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Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,640

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,815

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,795

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,734

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimEXCXL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,690 $24,330
Base Invoice $19,255 $22,992
Premium Package 1,300  
Convenience Package 970  
2.7L V6 1,005  
Driver Confidence Package   1,250
Satellite radio   325
CD changer, in-dash   695
Sunroof   900
Heated front seats   295
Premium Package 1,160  
Convenience Package 865  
2.7L V6 840  
Driver Confidence Package   1,038
Satellite radio   270
CD changer, in-dash   577
Sunroof   747
Heated front seats   245
Options (change) 3,275 3,465
Options (change) 2,865 2,877
Destination 675 660
Total Price $24,640 $28,455
Total Invoice $22,795 $26,529

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,575
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,437
Model Year20092006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimEXCXL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine194hp V6200hp V6
TransmissionT5A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG20/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7240, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/60-16
Total Price$24,640$28,455
Adjustments for Features-7600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,880$28,455
Total Invoice$22,795$26,529
Adjustments for Features-7030
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,092$26,529

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20092006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimEXCXL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Front side airbags$350 
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows $200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Total Value of Features$2,675$1,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$760$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-7030

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20092006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in110.5 in
Length189.0 in198.1 in
Width71.1 in73.0 in
Height58.3 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,294 lb.3,495 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.17.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft316.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested110076%
Total Not Requested35024%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested30029%
Total Not Requested75071%

Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse CXL

CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 240W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual100Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested60057%
Total Not Requested45043%

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