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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: $37,760 Kia Optima SX Limited | |||
| Difference: $730 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,020 Kia Optima SX Limited | |||
| Difference: $266 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $36,090 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $33,481 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | 425 |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | 353 |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,060 | 3,230 | 775 |
| Options (change) | 5,152 | 2,746 | 644 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 895 |
| Total Price | $38,490 | $39,595 | $37,760 |
| Total Invoice | $35,286 | $36,462 | $35,020 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,770 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,102 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 245hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 630, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $38,490 | $39,595 | $37,760 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,750 | -5,685 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,490 | $37,845 | $32,075 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $645 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,286 | $36,462 | $35,020 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,612 | -5,272 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,286 | $34,850 | $29,748 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $436 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX Limited |
| 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 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $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 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,230 | $6,980 | $10,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,750 | $5,685 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,612 | -5,272 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,220 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.6 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 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | 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 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Limited
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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