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Honda Element 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.
Honda Element vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $19,890 Kia Optima LX | ||||
| Difference: $330 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $18,732 Honda Element EX | ||||
| Difference: $313 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Element | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | LX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,625 | $17,995 | $20,995 | $21,975 |
| Base Invoice | $18,137 | $17,640 | $19,620 | $20,370 |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,200 | |||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 710 | |||
| Options (change) | 0 | 1,200 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 710 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 595 | 695 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $20,220 | $19,890 | $21,690 | $22,670 |
| Total Invoice | $18,732 | $19,045 | $20,315 | $21,065 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,160 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,753 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Element | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | LX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 166hp I4 | 175hp I4 | 175hp I4 | 175hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | T5 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/25 MPG | 22/32 MPG | 22/32 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/70-16 | 205/60-16 | 205/60-16 | 215/50-17 |
| Total Price | $20,220 | $19,890 | $21,690 | $22,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,875 | -4,630 | -4,630 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $20,220 | $18,015 | $17,060 | $18,040 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $955 | $0 | $980 |
| Total Invoice | $18,732 | $19,045 | $20,315 | $21,065 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,795 | -4,336 | -4,302 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $18,732 | $17,250 | $15,979 | $16,763 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,271 | $0 | $784 |
Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Element | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | LX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Removable second row seats | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,170 | $3,045 | $5,800 | $5,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,875 | $4,630 | $4,630 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,795 | -4,336 | -4,302 |
Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Element | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 107.1 in |
| Length | 169.3 in | 189.0 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,371 lb. | 3,197 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 43.3 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.0 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 47.6 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima LX
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | 100 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Cruise control | 150 | Yes |
| Remote keyless entry | 225 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
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