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Kia Optima vs. Audi A3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,445

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $2,255

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,317

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $2,086

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182010
ModelOptimaA3
TrimSX2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $30,500 $27,270
Base Invoice $28,380 $25,361
Cargo net 50  
Cold Weather Package   500
Premium Plus Package   2,000
iPod integration   50
Metallic paint (extra cost)   475
Panoramic sunroof   1,100
6-speed automated manual   1,480
Cargo net 42  
Cold Weather Package   466
Premium Plus Package   1,860
iPod integration   47
Metallic paint (extra cost)   443
Panoramic sunroof   1,023
6-speed automated manual   1,378
Options (change) 50 5,605
Options (change) 42 5,217
Destination 895 825
Total Price $31,445 $33,700
Total Invoice $29,317 $31,403

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Audi A3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,580
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,186
Model Year20182010
ModelOptimaA3
TrimSX2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine245hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG22/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6140, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/45-17
Total Price$31,445$33,700
Adjustments for Features-3,3250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,120$33,700
Total Invoice$29,317$31,403
Adjustments for Features-3,1000
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,217$31,403

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Audi A3

Model Year20182010
ModelOptimaA3
TrimSX2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0 
Bodyside moldings $75
Laminated front side windows$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD player $125
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
USB port$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Fog light, rear $100
LED headlights$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$6,390$3,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,325$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,1000

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Audi A3

Model Year20182010
ModelOptimaA3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase110.4 in101.5 in
Length191.1 in168.7 in
Width73.2 in69.5 in
Height57.7 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.3,329 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.9 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.954.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested22594%
Total Not Requested156%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Map lights25No
Aluminum trim100No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested155593%
Total Not Requested1257%

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