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Ford Transit Connect 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 Transit Connect vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,380 Kia Optima SX | |||||||
| Difference: $5,640 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,744 Kia Optima SX | |||||||
| Difference: $5,781 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Transit Connect | Transit Connect | Optima | Optima | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Titanium | EX | Hybrid EX | SX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,905 | $30,530 | $23,950 | $31,995 | $25,500 | $27,500 | $35,300 |
| Base Invoice | $26,649 | $29,156 | $22,429 | $29,670 | $23,877 | $25,763 | $32,963 |
| Premium Package | 2,325 | 3,300 | 3,300 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | 575 | 575 | |||||
| Cargo tray | 95 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | |
| Technology Package | 2,300 | 700 | 2,300 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,139 | 3,059 | 3,059 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | 529 | 529 | |||||
| Cargo tray | 88 | 67 | 67 | 67 | 67 | 67 | |
| Technology Package | 2,129 | 650 | 2,129 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,395 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 2,995 | 575 | 5,680 | 2,280 | 80 | 5,680 | 80 |
| Options (change) | 2,756 | 529 | 5,255 | 2,112 | 67 | 5,255 | 67 |
| Destination | 1,120 | 1,120 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $32,020 | $32,225 | $30,430 | $35,075 | $26,380 | $33,980 | $36,180 |
| Total Invoice | $30,525 | $30,805 | $28,484 | $32,582 | $24,744 | $31,818 | $33,830 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Transit Connect vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,415 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,707 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Transit Connect | Transit Connect | Optima | Optima | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Titanium | EX | Hybrid EX | SX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 169hp I4 | 169hp I4 | 192hp I4 | 159hp I4 H | 192hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 8 | 550, 12 | ?, 6 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-16 | 215/55-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $32,020 | $32,225 | $30,430 | $35,075 | $26,380 | $33,980 | $36,180 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,225 | -3,335 | -3,925 | -4,875 | 0 | -4,900 | -6,250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,795 | $28,890 | $26,505 | $30,200 | $26,380 | $29,080 | $29,930 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $95 | $125 | $3,820 | $0 | $2,700 | $3,550 |
| Total Invoice | $30,525 | $30,805 | $28,484 | $32,582 | $24,744 | $31,818 | $33,830 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,074 | -3,188 | -3,674 | -4,529 | 0 | -4,588 | -5,844 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,451 | $27,617 | $24,810 | $28,053 | $24,744 | $27,230 | $27,986 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $166 | $66 | $3,309 | $0 | $2,486 | $3,242 |
Features Comparison: Ford Transit Connect vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Transit Connect | Transit Connect | Optima | Optima | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | XLT | Titanium | EX | Hybrid EX | SX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | ||||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | ||||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Floor mats, second row (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |||||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, third row seats | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $7,365 | $7,475 | $8,065 | $9,015 | $4,140 | $9,040 | $10,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,225 | $3,335 | $3,925 | $4,875 | $0 | $4,900 | $6,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,074 | -3,188 | -3,674 | -4,529 | 0 | -4,588 | -5,844 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Transit Connect vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2018 | 2014 |
| Model | Transit Connect | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 189.7 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 72.0 in | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,980 lb. | 3,238 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 46.9 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 45.1 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 58.5 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 34.7 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 41.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 47.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Transit Connect XLT
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Wheel locks | 25 | No |
| Overhead console storage compartments | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| 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 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 575 | 17% |
| Total Not Requested | 2800 | 83% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 575 | 18% |
| Total Not Requested | 2700 | 82% |
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