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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: $29,380

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $5,945

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,978

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $5,847

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082015
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybridHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,505 $32,150
Base Invoice $24,879 $29,815
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,695  
Premium Package 1,195  
Sunroof 995  
Interior ambient lighting 295  
Technology Package   2,350
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,291  
Premium Package 1,016  
Sunroof 846  
Interior ambient lighting 251  
Technology Package   2,185
Options (change) 5,180 2,350
Options (change) 4,404 2,185
Destination 695 825
Gas Tax -3,000 0
Total Price $29,380 $35,325
Total Invoice $26,978 $32,825

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,376
Model Year20082015
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybridHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine133hp I4 H159hp I4 H
TransmissionCVTT6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)34/30 MPG36/40 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 7550, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16215/55-17
Total Price$29,380$35,325
Adjustments for Features0-3,735
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,380$31,590
Total Invoice$26,978$32,825
Adjustments for Features0-3,471
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,978$29,354

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Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082015
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
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover$75 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Roof rack$300 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Ionizing air filtration $50
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear bumper protector$40 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Outside temperature display $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Speaker lights $100
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Floor mats$75 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated second row seats $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Total Value of Features$4,065$7,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,735
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,471

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082015
ModelEscapeOptima
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in110.0 in
Length174.7 in190.7 in
Width71.1 in72.1 in
Height67.7 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,638 lb.3,510 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.1 in54.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in34.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.2 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.3 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid

Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Trip computer150Yes
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25Yes
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested87561%
Total Not Requested55039%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Roof rack crossbars50No
Cargo cover75No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
AC power outlet100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested175589%
Total Not Requested22511%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested25014%
Total Not Requested150086%

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