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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: $34,355 Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $14,055 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,144 Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $12,708 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Sport | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $41,675 | $27,700 | $35,500 |
| Base Invoice | $38,862 | $25,920 | $33,140 |
| Package 401A | 4,130 | ||
| Cargo tray | 115 | 80 | 80 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,400 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,300 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | |
| Package 401A | 3,604 | ||
| Cargo tray | 99 | 67 | 67 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,230 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,060 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | |
| Options (change) | 5,840 | 5,830 | 130 |
| Options (change) | 5,095 | 5,399 | 109 |
| Destination | 895 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $48,410 | $34,355 | $36,455 |
| Total Invoice | $44,852 | $32,144 | $34,074 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,625 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,677 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Sport | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 20/31 MPG | 20/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $48,410 | $34,355 | $36,455 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,430 | 0 | -1,350 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,980 | $34,355 | $35,105 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $750 |
| Total Invoice | $44,852 | $32,144 | $34,074 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,031 | 0 | -1,262 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,821 | $32,144 | $32,812 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $668 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Sport | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| 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 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| 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 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| 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 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,130 | $3,700 | $5,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,430 | $0 | $1,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,031 | 0 | -1,262 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,921 lb. | 3,468 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 34.7 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 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2125 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Turbo
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2725 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 17% |
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