Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2012 Kia Optima Kia Optima 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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.

Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,990

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $8,785

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,428

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $7,846

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220162016
ModelExplorerOptimaOptima
TrimLimitedSXSX Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $37,855 $29,940 $36,040
Base Invoice $35,268 $27,865 $33,435
Package 302A / 303A 4,500    
Panoramic sunroof 1,595    
Premium Technology Package   4,800  
Cargo net   50 50
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Package 302A / 303A 3,825    
Panoramic sunroof 1,356    
Premium Technology Package   4,380  
Cargo net   42 42
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Options (change) 6,095 5,200 400
Options (change) 5,181 4,713 333
Destination 825 850 850
Total Price $44,775 $35,990 $37,290
Total Invoice $41,274 $33,428 $34,618

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Kia Optima dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,505
Model Year201220162016
ModelExplorerOptimaOptima
TrimLimitedSXSX Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6245hp I4245hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG22/32 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12630, 10630, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20235/45-18235/45-18
Total Price$44,775$35,990$37,290
Adjustments for Features-2,5400-300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,235$35,990$36,990
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,000
Total Invoice$41,274$33,428$34,618
Adjustments for Features-2,3410-279
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$38,933$33,428$34,339
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$911

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima

Model Year201220162016
ModelExplorerOptimaOptima
TrimLimitedSXSX Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Adaptive cruise control$600  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power liftgate$350  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125$125
Remote start$150  
Semi-automated parking system$500  
Sunshades, second row $125$125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Around view cameras  $500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200
Curve control$50  
Inflatable rear seat belts$200  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Lane departure warning $200$200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0  
Rearview camera$200$200 
Safety key$5  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Trailer sway control$25  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Rear wiper$175  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0$0
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25  
SD Card slot$25  
Traffic + travel information$25  
Traffic information $25$25
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200
Compass $0$0
Fog lights$125  
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250  
Spotter mirror(s)$50  
Steering-linked headlights $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front row armrests $100$100
Heated front seats$200  
Heated second row seats $200$200
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Metal pedals $75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power-stowing third row seats$1000  
Tailgating position, third row seats$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Machined alloy wheels $350$350
Performance steering system (optional) $0$0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$8,155$5,615$5,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,540$0$300
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,3410-279

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122016
ModelExplorerOptima
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.6 in110.4 in
Length197.1 in191.1 in
Width78.9 in73.2 in
Height70.4 in57.7 in
Curb Weight4,557 lb.3,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in35.6 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft315.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft315.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft315.9 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Total Requested257562%
Total Not Requested160038%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Upgraded stability control0No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Rear reading lights0No
Heated second row seats200No
Surround sound250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested295059%
Total Not Requested205041%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Limited

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.