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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,725

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,770

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,925

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,845

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserOptima
TrimGTEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,645 $19,895
Base Invoice $22,017 $18,510
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
CD changer, in-dash 300  
4-speed shiftable automatic 550  
Stability control   650
2.7L V6   1,005
Premium Package   1,300
Rear spoiler   200
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
CD changer, in-dash 276  
4-speed shiftable automatic 506  
Stability control   580
2.7L V6   840
Premium Package   1,160
Rear spoiler   160
Options (change) 1,210 3,155
Options (change) 1,113 2,740
Destination 640 675
Total Price $25,495 $23,725
Total Invoice $23,770 $21,925

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,547
Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserOptima
TrimGTEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Engine230hp I4185hp V6
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/60-16
Total Price$25,495$23,725
Adjustments for Features0-760
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,495$22,965
Total Invoice$23,770$21,925
Adjustments for Features0-702
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,770$21,223

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserOptima
TrimGTEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Larger rear spoiler$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,590$3,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$760
Value of Feature Adjustments0-702

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Optima features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20062008
ModelPT CruiserOptima
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in107.1 in
Length168.9 in186.4 in
Width67.1 in71.1 in
Height65.2 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,414 lb.3,287 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft314.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400No
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50No
Total Requested50053%
Total Not Requested45047%
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000		1000Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Total Requested1025100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115077%
Total Not Requested35023%

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