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Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,945 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $8,820 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,148 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $7,870 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,225 | $30,200 | $32,515 | $19,100 |
| Base Invoice | $25,761 | $27,518 | $29,578 | $17,605 |
| Convenience Group | 350 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 695 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 850 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |||
| Floor mats | 85 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 795 | |||
| CD changer, remote | 375 | |||
| Convenience Group | 298 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 591 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 723 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Leather Package | 890 | |||
| Floor mats | 65 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 710 | |||
| CD changer, remote | 288 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,895 | 2,900 | 1,200 | 2,255 |
| Options (change) | 1,612 | 2,466 | 1,021 | 1,953 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 645 | 590 |
| Total Price | $30,765 | $33,745 | $34,360 | $21,945 |
| Total Invoice | $28,018 | $30,629 | $31,244 | $20,148 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,295 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,481 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 138hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A5 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 120, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 205/60-15 |
| Total Price | $30,765 | $33,745 | $34,360 | $21,945 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,525 | -3,300 | -3,300 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,240 | $30,445 | $31,060 | $21,945 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,205 | $1,820 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $28,018 | $30,629 | $31,244 | $20,148 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,389 | -2,995 | -3,001 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,629 | $27,634 | $28,243 | $20,148 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,005 | $1,614 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | ||
| Cassette player | $50 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,850 | $5,625 | $5,625 | $2,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,525 | $3,300 | $3,300 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,389 | -2,995 | -3,001 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 185.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,282 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.2 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | Yes |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 525 | 30% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 70% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 9% |
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