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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Cruze Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Cruze Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,055

Chevrolet Cruze Premier   
Difference: $3,765

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182019
ModelOptimaCruze
TrimSXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,500 $23,520
Remote start 425  
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package   1,995
Enhanced Convenience Package   865
Fog lights   375
Rear spoiler   425
Remote start 353  
Sun and Sound with Navigation Package   1,815
Enhanced Convenience Package   787
Fog lights   341
Rear spoiler   387
Options (change) 425 3,660
Options (change) 353 3,330
Destination 895 875
Total Price $31,820 $28,055

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,555
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,365
Model Year20182019
ModelOptimaCruze
TrimSXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4153hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/45-17
Total Price$31,820$28,055
Adjustments for Features-2,2100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,610$28,055

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20182019
ModelOptimaCruze
TrimSXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rear side airbags $300
Safety key $5
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents$100 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Navigation system $600
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
Compass $0
LED headlights$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
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 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$6,615$4,405
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,210$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,0580

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Cruze features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Cruze

Model Year20182019
ModelOptimaCruze
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in106.3 in
Length191.1 in183.7 in
Width73.2 in70.5 in
Height57.7 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,220 lb.2,871 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Cruze specs.

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Premier

Sun and Sound with Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Compass0No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested90047%
Total Not Requested102553%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
AC power outlet100No
Wireless charging station75No
Total Requested35048%
Total Not Requested37552%

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