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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: $25,090

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $13,760

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,350

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $13,767

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102013
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimEXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,995 $31,660
Base Invoice $19,620 $30,394
Premium Package 2,200  
Navigation system 1,200 895
Premium 1 Group   3,625
Entertainment Package   600
Panoramic sunroof   1,195
Premium Package 1,960  
Navigation system 1,075 788
Premium 1 Group   3,480
Entertainment Package   528
Panoramic sunroof   1,052
Options (change) 3,400 6,315
Options (change) 3,035 5,848
Destination 695 875
Total Price $25,090 $38,850
Total Invoice $23,350 $37,117

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,409
Model Year20102013
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimEXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp I4hp
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7384, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17235/50-18
Total Price$25,090$38,850
Adjustments for Features0-3,515
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,090$35,335
Total Invoice$23,350$37,117
Adjustments for Features0-3,358
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,350$33,759

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20102013
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimEXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote start $150
Sunshade, rear$125 
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
DVD-compatible player $0
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$2,800$6,315
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,515
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,358

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20102013
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in111.7 in
Length189.0 in196.9 in
Width71.1 in73.1 in
Height58.3 in59.2 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.3,835 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in55.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in40.5 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft310.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested142557%
Total Not Requested107543%

Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse

Premium 1 Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Heated steering wheel100No
Proximity key250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Rearview camera200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
235/50VR18 tires400No
Total Requested145041%
Total Not Requested212559%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Speed limit information0No
Voice control for external devices0No
App support0No
Total Requested60086%
Total Not Requested10014%
Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
AC power outlet100No
Surround sound250No
Harman/Kardon, 384W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested700100%

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