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Kia Forte 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Forte vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,425 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $3,410 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,210 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $2,820 | |||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $17,800 | $20,690 | $21,140 |
| Base Invoice | $16,950 | $19,255 | $19,665 |
| Premium Package | 950 | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Technology Package | 1,900 | ||
| Convenience Package | 970 | 800 | |
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Premium Package | 830 | 1,160 | 1,160 |
| Technology Package | 1,655 | ||
| Convenience Package | 865 | 715 | |
| Navigation system | 1,075 | 1,075 | |
| Options (change) | 2,850 | 3,470 | 3,300 |
| Options (change) | 2,485 | 3,100 | 2,950 |
| Destination | 775 | 675 | 675 |
| Total Price | $21,425 | $24,835 | $25,115 |
| Total Invoice | $20,210 | $23,030 | $23,290 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,735 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,267 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 156hp I4 | 175hp I4 | 175hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 26/36 MPG | 22/32 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 360, 7 | 360, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 215/50-17 | 215/50-17 |
| Total Price | $21,425 | $24,835 | $25,115 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,675 | -1,375 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,425 | $23,160 | $23,740 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $580 |
| Total Invoice | $20,210 | $23,030 | $23,290 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,553 | -1,275 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $20,210 | $21,477 | $22,015 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $538 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | $125 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,925 | $3,600 | $3,300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,675 | $1,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,553 | -1,275 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 107.1 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 189.0 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,791 lb. | 3,197 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 16.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| 205/55HR16 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Ionizing air filtration | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 72% |
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