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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: $35,325

Kia Optima Hybrid EX   
Difference: $975

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,825

Kia Optima Hybrid EX   
Difference: $723

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122015
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybrid LimitedHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,080 $32,150
Base Invoice $30,687 $29,815
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,395  
Technology Package   2,350
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System 2,036  
Technology Package   2,185
Options (change) 2,395 2,350
Options (change) 2,036 2,185
Destination 825 825
Total Price $36,300 $35,325
Total Invoice $33,548 $32,825

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima Hybrid EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,565
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,130
Model Year20122015
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybrid LimitedHybrid EX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine153hp 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$36,300$35,325
Adjustments for Features0-2,590
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,300$32,735
Total Invoice$33,548$32,825
Adjustments for Features0-2,407
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,548$30,418

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Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122015
ModelEscapeOptima
TrimHybrid LimitedHybrid 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
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rollover sensor$50 
Safety key$5 
Temporary spare tire$150 
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 
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
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio $50
Media drive$15 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
Surround sound $250
Traffic + travel information$25 
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Power-folding mirrors $50
Speaker lights $100
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
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$3,910$6,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,590
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,407

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

Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122015
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 Weight3,620 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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See a complete comparison of Ford Escape vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid Limited

Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System
FeatureValueRequested?
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Media drive, large15No
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested70066%
Total Not Requested36534%

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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