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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: $9,535 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,560 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $8,740 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,470 | $31,615 | $35,550 | $19,395 |
| Base Invoice | $26,458 | $29,319 | $32,901 | $18,045 |
| Convenience Package | 595 | 700 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 995 | 600 | ||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 795 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 800 | |
| Convenience Package | 506 | 625 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 846 | 535 | ||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 675 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 715 | |
| Options (change) | 2,385 | 850 | 850 | 2,100 |
| Options (change) | 2,027 | 723 | 723 | 1,875 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 815 | 640 |
| Total Price | $31,670 | $33,280 | $37,215 | $22,135 |
| Total Invoice | $29,300 | $30,857 | $34,439 | $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: $7,860 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,190 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2007 |
| 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 | 161hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | 360, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 205/60-16 |
| Total Price | $31,670 | $33,280 | $37,215 | $22,135 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,675 | -1,850 | -4,875 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,995 | $31,430 | $32,340 | $22,135 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,435 | $2,345 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $29,300 | $30,857 | $34,439 | $20,560 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,550 | -1,715 | -4,511 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,750 | $29,142 | $29,928 | $20,560 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,392 | $2,178 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2007 |
| 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 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,625 | $4,800 | $7,825 | $2,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,675 | $1,850 | $4,875 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,550 | -1,715 | -4,511 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2009 | 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 XLT
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 43% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Sun and SYNC Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | 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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