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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: $28,090

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $4,145

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,881

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $4,057

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybridHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,505 $30,990
Base Invoice $24,879 $28,752
Premium Package 1,195  
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,695  
Universal garage door opener   350
Premium Package 1,016  
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,291  
Universal garage door opener   291
Options (change) 3,890 350
Options (change) 3,307 291
Destination 695 895
Gas Tax -3,000 0
Total Price $28,090 $32,235
Total Invoice $25,881 $29,938

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,335
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,376
Model Year20082018
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybridHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine133hp I4 H154hp I4 H
TransmissionCVTT6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)34/30 MPG39/46 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 7630, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16215/55-17
Total Price$28,090$32,235
Adjustments for Features0-1,810
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,090$30,425
Total Invoice$25,881$29,938
Adjustments for Features0-1,681
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,881$28,257

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Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082018
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
Universal garage door opener $100
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
Temporary spare tire$150 
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack$300 
Climate Control 
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
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear bumper protector$40 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
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 
Approach detection $25
Compass $0
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Fog lights$125 
Outside temperature display $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
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$3,165$4,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,810
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,681

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082018
ModelEscapeOptima
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in110.4 in
Length174.7 in191.1 in
Width71.1 in73.2 in
Height67.7 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,638 lb.3,486 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 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
29.2 ft315.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.3 ft315.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid

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, rear250No
AC power outlet100No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested150576%
Total Not Requested47524%
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%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

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