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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: $34,900 Kia Optima SX | |||
| Difference: $810 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,332 Kia Optima SX | |||
| Difference: $555 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $26,500 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $24,760 |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,400 |
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,950 | ||
| Limited Package | 3,300 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,250 |
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,635 | ||
| Limited Package | 2,937 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,680 | 2,555 | 7,650 |
| Options (change) | 4,829 | 2,172 | 6,822 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 750 |
| Total Price | $35,710 | $35,735 | $34,900 |
| Total Invoice | $32,887 | $33,135 | $32,332 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,270 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,132 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 550, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $35,710 | $35,735 | $34,900 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -500 | -1,935 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,710 | $35,235 | $32,965 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $475 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,887 | $33,135 | $32,332 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -464 | -1,793 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,887 | $32,671 | $30,539 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $216 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Speaker lights | $100 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,140 | $5,640 | $7,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $500 | $1,935 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -464 | -1,793 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,207 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 45.5 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 | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 34.7 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 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 15.4 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 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 25% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 17% |
| Total Not Requested | 2505 | 83% |
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | 500 | No |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 57% |
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