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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: $32,625

Buick LaCrosse CXS   
Difference: $3,750

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,335

Buick LaCrosse CXS   
Difference: $3,672

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimSX Limited TurboCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $35,500 $27,330
Base Invoice $33,140 $25,827
Cargo net 50  
Driver Confidence Package   1,150
Rear spoiler   275
Satellite radio   325
Sunroof   900
Heated front seats   295
Stability control   495
MP3-compatible player   545
Polished alloy wheels   650
Cargo net 42  
Driver Confidence Package   955
Rear spoiler   228
Satellite radio   270
Sunroof   747
Heated front seats   245
Stability control   411
MP3-compatible player   452
Polished alloy wheels   540
Options (change) 50 4,635
Options (change) 42 3,848
Destination 825 660
Total Price $36,375 $32,625
Total Invoice $34,007 $30,335

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Limited Turbo
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,500
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,236
Model Year20152006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimSX Limited TurboCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine274hp I4240hp V6
TransmissionT6A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/31 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8240, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$36,375$32,625
Adjustments for Features-5,2500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,125$32,625
Total Invoice$34,007$30,335
Adjustments for Features-4,9080
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,099$30,335

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20152006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimSX Limited TurboCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Proximity key$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Front side airbags$350 
Rearview camera$200 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Ionizing air filtration$50 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
HD radio$50 
Navigation system$600 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Speaker lights$100 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Floor mats $75
Heated second row seats$200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Wood trim$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$7,650$2,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,250$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,9080

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20152006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.0 in110.5 in
Length190.7 in198.1 in
Width72.1 in73.0 in
Height57.9 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,468 lb.3,568 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.17.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.7 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.5 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom34.7 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft316.0 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse CXS

MP3-compatible player
FeatureValueRequested?
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Unbranded, 240W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested5013%
Total Not Requested35087%
Driver Confidence Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested75079%
Total Not Requested20021%

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