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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: $27,170 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $7,185 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,519 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $6,625 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forte | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $21,600 | $27,700 | $35,500 |
| Base Invoice | $20,410 | $25,920 | $33,140 |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,900 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Cargo tray | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Rear spoiler | 295 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,400 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,300 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,570 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | 42 |
| Cargo tray | 67 | 67 | 67 |
| Rear spoiler | 244 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,230 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,060 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,675 | 5,830 | 130 |
| Options (change) | 4,214 | 5,399 | 109 |
| Destination | 895 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $27,170 | $34,355 | $36,455 |
| Total Invoice | $25,519 | $32,144 | $34,074 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,460 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,947 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forte | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 164hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/30 MPG | 20/31 MPG | 20/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $27,170 | $34,355 | $36,455 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -725 | -2,075 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,170 | $33,630 | $34,380 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $750 |
| Total Invoice | $25,519 | $32,144 | $34,074 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -678 | -1,939 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,519 | $31,466 | $32,135 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $669 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forte | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | EX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,125 | $4,850 | $6,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $725 | $2,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -678 | -1,939 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Forte | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,011 lb. | 3,468 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3275 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Turbo
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 20% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Infinity, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 2250 | 69% |
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