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Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,505

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $2,380

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,966

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $2,681

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062018
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybridHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,900 $30,990
Base Invoice $25,049 $28,752
Premium Package 3,995  
Safety Package 595  
Premium Package 3,396  
Safety Package 506  
Options (change) 4,590 0
Options (change) 3,902 0
Destination 615 895
Gas Tax -2,600 0
Total Price $29,505 $31,885
Total Invoice $26,966 $29,647

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Optima Hybrid EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Escape Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $75
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $398
Model Year20062018
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybridHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine133hp I4 H154hp I4 H
TransmissionCVTT6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)36/31 MPG39/46 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)170, 4630, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16215/55-17
Total Price$29,505$31,885
Adjustments for Features0-2,455
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,505$29,430
Total Invoice$26,966$29,647
Adjustments for Features0-2,283
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,966$27,364

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Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20062018
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybridHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
CVT$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack$300 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0
Body kit $0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Automatic headlights $125
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Fog lights$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Outside temperature display $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$3,095$5,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,455
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,283

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See a complete comparison of Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20062018
ModelEscapeOptima
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.2 in110.4 in
Length174.9 in191.1 in
Width70.1 in73.2 in
Height69.7 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,594 lb.3,486 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.1 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		29.3 ft315.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		66.3 ft315.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cargo cover75No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
AC power outlet100No
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125No
Trip computer150Yes
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25Yes
Unbranded, 170W, 4 speakers350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested205076%
Total Not Requested65024%
Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%

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