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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: $36,460 Kia Optima SX | |||
| Difference: $12,090 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,826 Kia Optima SX | |||
| Difference: $11,096 | |||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Sport | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $40,780 | $26,855 | $36,090 |
| Base Invoice | $38,027 | $25,023 | $33,481 |
| Package 402A | 4,130 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Technology Package | 4,800 | ||
| SX Base Package | 3,085 | ||
| Remote start | 425 | 425 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | 350 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | |
| Package 402A | 3,604 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | ||
| Technology Package | 4,380 | ||
| SX Base Package | 2,842 | ||
| Remote start | 353 | 353 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | 291 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | |
| Options (change) | 6,875 | 8,710 | 825 |
| Options (change) | 6,000 | 7,908 | 686 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $48,550 | $36,460 | $37,810 |
| Total Invoice | $44,922 | $33,826 | $35,062 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,425 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,630 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Sport | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 245hp I4 | 245hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 22/31 MPG | 22/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 630, 10 | 630, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $48,550 | $36,460 | $37,810 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,665 | 0 | -875 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,885 | $36,460 | $36,935 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $475 |
| Total Invoice | $44,922 | $33,826 | $35,062 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,466 | 0 | -811 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,456 | $33,826 | $34,251 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $425 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Sport | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $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 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $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 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| 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 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| 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 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| 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 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $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 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,455 | $6,790 | $7,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,665 | $0 | $875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,466 | 0 | -811 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,921 lb. | 3,494 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.6 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2325 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Rear reading lights | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3100 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 40% |
| SX Base Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Approach detection | 25 | No |
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 51% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Limited
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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