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Kia Optima vs. Acura TLX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Acura TLX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $37,270

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $12,025

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182022
ModelOptimaTLX
TrimSX2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,500 $38,900
Technology Package 3,000  
Universal garage door opener 350  
Limited Package 2,100  
Remote start 425  
Advance Package   8,800
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Technology Package 2,727  
Universal garage door opener 291  
Limited Package 1,925  
Remote start 353  
Advance Package   0
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 5,875 9,300
Options (change) 5,296 0
Destination 895 1,095
Total Price $37,270 $49,295

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Acura TLX

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Optima SX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Acura TLX 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,500
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,532
Model Year20182022
ModelOptimaTLX
TrimSX2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4272hp I4
TransmissionT6T10
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG22/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 10710, 17
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/50-18
Total Price$37,270$49,295
Adjustments for Features0-2,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,270$46,770

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Acura TLX

Model Year20182022
ModelOptimaTLX
TrimSX2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
10-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1500
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Electronic engine sound enhancement $0
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshades, second row$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane keeping assist $400
Obstacle detection, front $150
Pedestrian detection $50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Temporary spare tire$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Wiper de-icer $25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Alexa integration $0
App support$0 
In-vehicle Internet $150
Navigation map updates, three years $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Voice control for external devices$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
Boost gauge $75
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Performance meter $150
Road sign information $75
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Upholstered door armrests (optional) $0
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Alloy wheels $350
Chrome-plated alloy wheels$850 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,590$7,115
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,525
Value of Feature Adjustments0-56

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Acura TLX

Model Year20182022
ModelOptimaTLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in113.0 in
Length191.1 in194.6 in
Width73.2 in75.2 in
Height57.7 in56.4 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.3,709 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Total Requested272589%
Total Not Requested35011%
Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated second row seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Around view cameras300Yes
Chrome-plated alloy wheels500No
Total Requested60049%
Total Not Requested62551%

Option Package Details
Acura TLX 2.0T

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300No
Heated second row seats200Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Around view cameras300Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Adaptive dampers - electrical400No
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Remote start150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Wireless charging station75No
Upholstered door armrests (optional)0No
ELS, 710W, 17 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested362559%
Total Not Requested247541%

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