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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: $24,120 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $13,770 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,335 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $12,812 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,900 | $38,100 | $41,675 | $19,895 |
| Base Invoice | $30,679 | $35,528 | $38,862 | $18,510 |
| Package 202A | 2,500 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Stability control | 650 | |||
| Convenience Package | 700 | |||
| Appearance Package | 700 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,300 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 200 | |||
| Package 202A | 2,181 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | 1,392 | 1,392 | |
| Stability control | 580 | |||
| Convenience Package | 625 | |||
| Appearance Package | 625 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,160 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 160 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,095 | 1,595 | 1,595 | 3,550 |
| Options (change) | 3,573 | 1,392 | 1,392 | 3,150 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 | 675 |
| Total Price | $37,890 | $40,590 | $44,165 | $24,120 |
| Total Invoice | $35,147 | $37,815 | $41,149 | $22,335 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,940 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,259 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 162hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 360, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 215/50-17 |
| Total Price | $37,890 | $40,590 | $44,165 | $24,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,830 | -5,595 | -6,620 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,060 | $34,995 | $37,545 | $24,120 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $935 | $3,485 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,147 | $37,815 | $41,149 | $22,335 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,553 | -5,212 | -6,168 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,594 | $32,603 | $34,981 | $22,335 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,009 | $3,387 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,530 | $9,295 | $10,320 | $3,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,830 | $5,595 | $6,620 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,553 | -5,212 | -6,168 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 107.1 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 186.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 3,143 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 37.8 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 | 14.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 202A | ||
| 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 |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Stability control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Brake assist | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 37% |
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