Hyundai Genesis Hyundai Genesis 2011 Kia Optima Kia Optima 2018

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

Join Us

Hyundai Genesis 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.

Hyundai Genesis vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,745

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $7,105

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,293

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $6,791

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011201820182018
ModelGenesisGenesisOptimaOptimaOptima
Trim3.84.6Hybrid EXPlug-in Hybrid EXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,000 $43,000 $30,990 $35,210 $30,500
Base Invoice $30,954 $39,824 $28,752 $32,743 $28,380
Technology Package 8,000   5,000 5,250 3,000
Universal garage door opener     350 350 350
Technology Package 7,280   4,618 4,831 2,727
Universal garage door opener     291 291 291
Options (change) 8,000 0 5,350 5,600 3,350
Options (change) 7,280 0 4,909 5,122 3,018
Destination 850 850 895 895 895
Gas Tax 0 0 0 -4,919 0
Total Price $41,850 $43,850 $37,235 $36,786 $34,745
Total Invoice $39,084 $40,674 $34,556 $33,841 $32,293

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 Hyundai Genesis 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: Hyundai Genesis vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,505
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,022
Model Year20112011201820182018
ModelGenesisGenesisOptimaOptimaOptima
Trim3.84.6Hybrid EXPlug-in Hybrid EXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6385hp V8154hp I4 H154hp I4 PiH245hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6T6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)528, 17528, 17630, 10630, 10630, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18215/55-17215/55-17235/45-18
Total Price$41,850$43,850$37,235$36,786$34,745
Adjustments for Features0-200-2,135-1,835-2,400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$41,850$43,650$35,100$34,951$32,345
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,800$2,755$2,606$0
Total Invoice$39,084$40,674$34,556$33,841$32,293
Adjustments for Features0-186-1,981-1,688-2,231
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,084$40,488$32,575$32,153$30,062
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,404$2,513$2,091$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Hyundai Genesis vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20112011201820182018
ModelGenesisGenesisOptimaOptimaOptima
Trim3.84.6Hybrid EXPlug-in Hybrid EXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100$1100$1100
RWD$0$0   
FWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600$600   
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed  $850$850$850
Heated steering wheel  $100$100 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener  $125$125$125
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225   
Sunshades, second row  $125$125 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25$25$25
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200$200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200$200$200
Blind spot warning system  $200$200$200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100$100$100
Forward collision warning  $200$200$200
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75$75
Lane departure warning  $200$200$200
Obstacle detection, front$150$150   
Rear side airbags$300$300   
Rollover sensor  $50$50$50
Temporary spare tire$150$150  $150
Vehicle health reports  $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat    $40
Rear seat pass-through$100$100   
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175   
Rear air vents  $100$100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150   
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75$75
Engine / Motor 
10 kWh battery pack   $0 
3.3 kW onboard charger   $0 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters  $0$0 
Black exterior trim (optional)    $0
Body kit  $0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25  $25
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0
Panoramic sunroof  $1200$1200$1200
Rear spoiler    $200
Sunroof$900$900   
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100$100$100
App support  $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325   
DVD-compatible player$0$0   
Media drive$15$15   
MP3-compatible player$50$50   
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection  $25$25$25
Auto-dimming headlights  $200$200$200
Detailed driving style feedback  $100$100 
Fog lights$125$125  $125
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25$25 
LED headlights  $1000$1000$1000
Power-folding mirrors    $50
Xenon HID headlights$500$500   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated driver seat$150$150   
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300$300$300
Folding second row seats  $300 $300
Heated second row seats  $200$200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200   
Leather accent trim$300$300   
Leather door panel trim$250$250   
Metal pedals    $75
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100   
Alloy wheels$350$350$350$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector    $200
Machined alloy wheels    $350
Performance steering system (optional)    $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls    $100
Total Value of Features$6,390$6,590$8,525$8,225$8,790
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$200$2,135$1,835$2,400
Value of Feature Adjustments0-186-1,981-1,688-2,231

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Genesis vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20112018
ModelGenesisOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase115.6 in110.4 in
Length195.9 in191.1 in
Width73.4 in73.2 in
Height58.3 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,749 lb.3,220 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.3 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in58.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.3 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.3 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.9 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.6 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft315.9 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Hyundai Genesis 3.8

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Lexicon, 528W, 17 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
235/50VR18 tires400No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
HD radio50Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Leather accent trim300No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power200No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested382564%
Total Not Requested219036%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Blind spot warning system200No
LED headlights1000No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Lane departure warning200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200No
Total Requested75013%
Total Not Requested522587%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Blind spot warning system200No
LED headlights1000No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Lane departure warning200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200No
Total Requested60010%
Total Not Requested522590%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Surround sound250Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200No
Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Total Requested102533%
Total Not Requested205067%

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 Hyundai models.