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Ford Taurus 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 Taurus vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,790 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $11,470 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,029 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $10,608 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Taurus | Optima |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SHO | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,900 | $33,100 | $39,300 | $19,100 |
| Base Invoice | $26,660 | $30,535 | $36,254 | $17,605 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,495 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 275 | 275 | 220 | |
| Sunroof | 995 | |||
| Package 201A | 800 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |||
| Floor mats | 85 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 795 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 245 | 245 | 169 | |
| Sunroof | 888 | |||
| Package 201A | 714 | |||
| Leather Package | 890 | |||
| Floor mats | 65 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 710 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,565 | 275 | 0 | 2,100 |
| Options (change) | 3,182 | 245 | 0 | 1,834 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 795 | 590 |
| Total Price | $33,260 | $34,170 | $40,095 | $21,790 |
| Total Invoice | $30,637 | $31,575 | $37,049 | $20,029 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,190 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,587 | ||||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Taurus | Optima |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SHO | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 288hp V6 | 288hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 138hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | 120, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/55-18 | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 | 205/60-15 |
| Total Price | $33,260 | $34,170 | $40,095 | $21,790 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,280 | -3,020 | -5,870 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,980 | $31,150 | $34,225 | $21,790 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,170 | $4,245 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $30,637 | $31,575 | $37,049 | $20,029 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,021 | -2,791 | -5,424 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,616 | $28,784 | $31,625 | $20,029 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,168 | $4,009 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Taurus | Optima |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SHO | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $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 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Heated front seats | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,980 | $5,720 | $8,570 | $2,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,280 | $3,020 | $5,870 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,021 | -2,791 | -5,424 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2013 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 185.8 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,970 lb. | 3,282 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 7 speakers | 350 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | 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 | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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