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Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,870

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,950

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20202006
ModelSonataOptima
TrimSELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,700 $19,100
Floor mats 125 85
Antilock brakes (ABS)   795
2.7L V6   1,300
Floor mats 100 65
Antilock brakes (ABS)   710
2.7L V6   1,020
Options (change) 125 2,180
Options (change) 100 1,795
Destination 995 590
Total Price $26,820 $21,870

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Optima EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Hyundai Sonata SEL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,325
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,002
Model Year20202006
ModelSonataOptima
TrimSELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine191hp I4170hp V6
TransmissionT8T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/38 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6120, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17205/55-16
Total Price$26,820$21,870
Adjustments for Features-2,6250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,195$21,870

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20202006
ModelSonataOptima
TrimSELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Remote app$25 
Remote climate control$25 
Remote start via app$75 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Traction control$100 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Cassette player $50
CD player $125
HD radio$50 
Satellite radio$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Fog lights $125
Outside temperature display$50 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats$200 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Total Value of Features$5,450$2,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,625$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1070

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20202006
ModelSonataOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in106.3 in
Length192.9 in185.8 in
Width73.2 in71.5 in
Height56.9 in55.5 in
Curb Weight3,120 lb.3,279 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.6 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom46.1 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft313.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6000
181 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6000
181 lb-ft@4000
1000Yes
205/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested100071%
Total Not Requested40029%

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