Jeep Compass Jeep Compass 2012 Kia Optima Kia Optima 2006
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

Jeep Compass 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.

Jeep Compass vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,090

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $2,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,159

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,542

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122006
ModelCompassOptima
TrimLatitudeEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,695 $19,100
Base Invoice $21,006 $17,605
Sun and Sound Group 1,295  
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 650  
Floor mats   85
Rear spoiler   220
Antilock brakes (ABS)   795
2.7L V6   1,300
Sun and Sound Group 1,178  
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 592  
Floor mats   65
Rear spoiler   169
Antilock brakes (ABS)   710
2.7L V6   1,020
Options (change) 1,945 2,400
Options (change) 1,770 1,964
Destination 925 590
Total Price $24,565 $22,090
Total Invoice $23,701 $20,159

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 Jeep Compass 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: Jeep Compass vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $155
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,304
Model Year20122006
ModelCompassOptima
TrimLatitudeEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4170hp V6
TransmissionCVT-6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/27 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)458, 9120, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-17205/55-16
Total Price$24,565$22,090
Adjustments for Features-2,3200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,245$22,090
Total Invoice$23,701$20,159
Adjustments for Features-2,2380
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,463$20,159

Return to top

Features Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122006
ModelCompassOptima
TrimLatitudeEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Traction control$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Bodyside moldings $75
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Infotainment 
Articulating liftgate speakers$50 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input$50 
Cassette player $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Outside temperature display$50 
Trip computer$150 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated front seats$200 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Total Value of Features$4,420$2,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,320$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,2380

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Jeep Compass vs. Kia Optima features.

Specifications Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20122006
ModelCompassOptima
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in106.3 in
Length173.4 in185.8 in
Width69.3 in71.5 in
Height65.2 in55.5 in
Curb Weight3,160 lb.3,279 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.7 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.6 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.9 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.0 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom39.4 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		22.7 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		53.6 ft313.6 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Jeep Compass vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Jeep Compass Latitude

Sun and Sound Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Articulating liftgate speakers50No
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested65042%
Security and Cargo Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150No
Cargo cover75No
Compass0No
Alarm100No
Total Requested60065%
Total Not Requested32535%

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%

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 SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Jeep models.