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Kia Optima vs. Acura RL 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 Optima vs. Acura RL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,900 Kia Optima SX | ||
| Difference: $17,335 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,332 Kia Optima SX | ||
| Difference: $15,075 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Optima | RL |
| Trim | SX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,500 | $47,200 |
| Base Invoice | $24,760 | $42,801 |
| Premium Package | 2,950 | |
| Limited Package | 3,300 | |
| Navigation system | 1,400 | |
| Technology Package | 4,150 | |
| Premium Package | 2,635 | |
| Limited Package | 2,937 | |
| Navigation system | 1,250 | |
| Technology Package | 3,721 | |
| Options (change) | 7,650 | 4,150 |
| Options (change) | 6,822 | 3,721 |
| Destination | 750 | 885 |
| Total Price | $34,900 | $52,235 |
| Total Invoice | $32,332 | $47,407 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Acura RL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,605 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,505 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Optima | RL |
| Trim | SX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 274hp I4 | 300hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/34 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 550, 12 | 260, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $34,900 | $52,235 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,730 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,900 | $50,505 |
| Total Invoice | $32,332 | $47,407 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,570 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,332 | $45,837 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Optima | RL |
| Trim | SX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,275 | $7,005 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,730 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,570 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Optima | RL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 110.2 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 195.8 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,385 lb. | 4,099 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 36.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 1905 | 63% |
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | 500 | No |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1225 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 25% |
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