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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: $32,220

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $50

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,961

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $80

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimSXCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,500 $27,330
Base Invoice $28,380 $25,827
Universal garage door opener 350  
Cargo net 50  
Remote start 425 190
Driver Confidence Package   1,150
Polished alloy wheels   650
Stability control   495
Heated front seats   295
Sunroof   900
Satellite radio   325
Rear spoiler   275
Universal garage door opener 291  
Cargo net 42  
Remote start 353 158
Driver Confidence Package   955
Polished alloy wheels   540
Stability control   411
Heated front seats   245
Sunroof   747
Satellite radio   270
Rear spoiler   228
Options (change) 825 4,280
Options (change) 686 3,554
Destination 895 660
Total Price $32,220 $32,270
Total Invoice $29,961 $30,041

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,740
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,441
Model Year20182006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimSXCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4240hp V6
TransmissionT6A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG19/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$32,220$32,270
Adjustments for Features-4,6900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,530$32,270
Total Invoice$29,961$30,041
Adjustments for Features-4,3610
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,600$30,041

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20182006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
TrimSXCXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
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 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD player $125
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
LED headlights$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$7,240$2,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,690$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,3610

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Buick LaCrosse

Model Year20182006
ModelOptimaLaCrosse
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in110.5 in
Length191.1 in198.1 in
Width73.2 in73.0 in
Height57.7 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.3,568 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.17.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in57.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in37.6 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft316.0 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse CXS

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 seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

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