Ford Fusion Ford Fusion 2011 Kia Optima Kia Optima 2008

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

Join Us

Ford Fusion 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 Fusion vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,120

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,460

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,335

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,923

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112008
ModelFusionFusionOptima
TrimSELSportEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,300 $27,150 $19,895
Base Invoice $23,300 $24,966 $18,510
Package 301A / 401A 995    
Rear spoiler 295   200
Luxury Package 1,195    
Package 402A   3,095  
Illuminated door sill trim plates   95  
Stability control     650
Convenience Package     700
Appearance Package     700
Premium Package     1,300
Package 301A / 401A 866    
Rear spoiler 257   160
Luxury Package 1,040    
Package 402A   2,693  
Illuminated door sill trim plates   83  
Stability control     580
Convenience Package     625
Appearance Package     625
Premium Package     1,160
Options (change) 2,485 3,190 3,550
Options (change) 2,163 2,776 3,150
Destination 795 795 675
Total Price $28,580 $31,135 $24,120
Total Invoice $26,258 $28,537 $22,335

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 Fusion 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 Fusion vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,890
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,399
Model Year201120112008
ModelFusionFusionOptima
TrimSELSportEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp I4263hp V6162hp I4
TransmissionA6T6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12390, 12360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18215/50-17
Total Price$28,580$31,135$24,120
Adjustments for Features-570-1,5450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,010$29,590$24,120
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,580$0
Total Invoice$26,258$28,537$22,335
Adjustments for Features-524-1,4160
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,734$27,121$22,335
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,387$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Kia Optima

Model Year201120112008
ModelFusionFusionOptima
TrimSELSportEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Sunshade, rear  $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Blind spot warning system $200 
Brake assist  $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Obstacle detection, rear $250 
Rearview camera $200 
Safety key$5$5 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Rain-sensing wipers $175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 $75
Exterior 
Body kit $0 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
Satellite radio$200$200 
Surround sound$250$250 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Spotter mirror(s)$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100
Door sill trim plates  $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals $75 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,970$3,945$2,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$570$1,545$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-524-1,4160

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Fusion vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20112008
ModelFusionOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in107.1 in
Length190.6 in186.4 in
Width72.2 in71.1 in
Height56.9 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,286 lb.3,143 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.5 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.4 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.0 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom37.1 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume16.5 ft314.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Fusion SEL

Package 301A / 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90060%
Total Not Requested60040%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Polished alloy wheels0No
Special interior trim0No
Bright-finished mirror housings (optional)0No
Illuminated door sill trim plates200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%

Option Package Details
Ford Fusion Sport

Package 402A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Rearview camera200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Keyless entry keypad50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested167548%
Total Not Requested180052%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50No
Total Requested90095%
Total Not Requested505%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%

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 Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.