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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: $22,135 Kia Optima EX | |||
| Difference: $9,745 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,560 Kia Optima EX | |||
| Difference: $9,071 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $19,395 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $18,045 |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| Convenience Package | 700 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 600 | ||
| Sunroof | 800 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| Convenience Package | 625 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 535 | ||
| Sunroof | 715 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,850 | 560 | 2,100 |
| Options (change) | 1,573 | 476 | 1,875 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 640 |
| Total Price | $31,880 | $33,740 | $22,135 |
| Total Invoice | $29,631 | $31,439 | $20,560 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,995 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,515 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 161hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | 360, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 205/60-16 |
| Total Price | $31,880 | $33,740 | $22,135 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,750 | -3,200 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,130 | $30,540 | $22,135 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,410 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $29,631 | $31,439 | $20,560 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,556 | -2,982 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,075 | $28,457 | $20,560 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,382 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | $400 | $400 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,150 | $5,600 | $2,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,750 | $3,200 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,556 | -2,982 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 107.1 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 186.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,143 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 37.8 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 | 14.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 41% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 425 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 35% |
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