Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Sonata 2011 Kia Optima Kia Optima 2006

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

Join Us

Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,945

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,400

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,148

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,530

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112006
ModelSonataSonataOptima
TrimLimitedLimited 2.0TEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,495 $27,245 $19,100
Base Invoice $23,847 $25,465 $17,605
Floor mats 100 100 85
Leather Package     1,000
Antilock brakes (ABS)     795
CD changer, remote     375
Floor mats 81 81 65
Leather Package     890
Antilock brakes (ABS)     710
CD changer, remote     288
Options (change) 100 100 2,255
Options (change) 81 81 1,953
Destination 750 750 590
Total Price $26,345 $28,095 $21,945
Total Invoice $24,678 $26,296 $20,148

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 Sonata 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 Sonata vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,675
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,977
Model Year201120112006
ModelSonataSonataOptima
TrimLimitedLimited 2.0TEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine198hp I4274hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7360, 7120, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/45-18205/60-15
Total Price$26,345$28,095$21,945
Adjustments for Features-2,725-2,8250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,620$25,270$21,945
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,650$0
Total Invoice$24,678$26,296$20,148
Adjustments for Features-2,553-2,6440
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,125$23,652$20,148
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,527$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima

Model Year201120112006
ModelSonataSonataOptima
TrimLimitedLimited 2.0TEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Traction control$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
Cassette player  $50
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD changer, remote  $200
CD player  $125
HD radio$50$50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Satellite radio$200$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0 
Outside temperature display$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats$200$200 
Heated second row seats$200$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$4,475$4,575$1,750
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,725$2,825$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,553-2,6440

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20112006
ModelSonataOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.0 in106.3 in
Length189.8 in185.8 in
Width72.2 in71.5 in
Height57.9 in55.5 in
Curb Weight3,162 lb.3,282 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.2 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume16.4 ft313.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

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.