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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: $21,970

Kia Optima LX   
Difference: $5,100

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year202020082008
ModelSonataOptimaOptima
TrimSELLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,700 $16,755 $19,895
Floor mats 125    
Door sill trim plates 250    
Appearance Package   800  
Stability control   650 650
2.7L V6   1,695 1,005
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,395  
Floor mats 100    
Door sill trim plates 226    
Appearance Package   715  
Stability control   580 580
2.7L V6   1,500 840
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,150  
Options (change) 375 4,540 1,655
Options (change) 326 3,945 1,420
Destination 995 675 675
Total Price $27,070 $21,970 $22,225

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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: $3,620
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,894
Model Year202020082008
ModelSonataOptimaOptima
TrimSELLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine191hp I4185hp V6185hp V6
TransmissionT8T5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/38 MPG20/28 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/50-17205/60-16
Total Price$27,070$21,970$22,225
Adjustments for Features-2,8750-1,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,195$21,970$20,575
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,395$0

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima

Model Year202020082008
ModelSonataOptimaOptima
TrimSELLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250  
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125  
Remote app$25  
Remote climate control$25  
Remote start via app$75  
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200  
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100  
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Rearview camera$200  
Rollover sensor$50  
Vehicle health reports$0  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75$75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
CD player $125$125
HD radio$50  
Satellite radio$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
USB port$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Fog lights $125$125
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100 
Door sill trim plates$100 $100
Heated front seats$200  
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat $50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100 $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200  
Total Value of Features$4,450$1,575$3,225
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,875$0$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments-1400-1,530

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20202008
ModelSonataOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in107.1 in
Length192.9 in186.4 in
Width73.2 in71.1 in
Height56.9 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,120 lb.3,287 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.6 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom46.1 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft314.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima LX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual100Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Floor mats75Yes
Alarm100No
Total Requested52584%
Total Not Requested10016%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Trip computer150Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Fog lights125No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested82557%
Total Not Requested62543%
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
1000Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested1375100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
1000Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Total Requested1025100%
Total Not Requested00%

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