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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: $35,300 Kia Optima SX | ||
| Difference: $18,880 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,975 Kia Optima SX | ||
| Difference: $18,809 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Platinum | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $53,235 | $26,800 |
| Base Invoice | $50,839 | $25,040 |
| Premium Package | 2,950 | |
| Limited Package | 3,350 | |
| Navigation system | 1,400 | |
| Premium Package | 2,635 | |
| Limited Package | 3,250 | |
| Navigation system | 1,250 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 7,700 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 7,135 |
| Destination | 945 | 800 |
| Total Price | $54,180 | $35,300 |
| Total Invoice | $51,784 | $32,975 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,255 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,698 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Platinum | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 22/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 12 | 550, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $54,180 | $35,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | -11,625 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,555 | $35,300 |
| Total Invoice | $51,784 | $32,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | -11,111 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,673 | $32,975 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2017 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Trim | Platinum | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $15,450 | $3,825 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $11,625 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -11,111 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2017 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 3,385 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 380 | 13% |
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| First-aid kit | 15 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | 500 | No |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 5% |
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