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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Equinox Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Equinox Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,835

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,030

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,076

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920172017
ModelOptimaEquinoxEquinox
TrimEXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $20,690 $26,750 $30,040
Base Invoice $19,255 $25,412 $28,538
Premium Package 1,300    
Convenience Package 970 1,300  
Navigation system 1,200    
Technology Package   890 890
Sport Edition   1,695  
Sunroof   995 995
Illuminated door sill trim plates   395 395
Enhanced Convenience Package     995
Premium Package 1,160    
Convenience Package 865 1,183  
Navigation system 1,075    
Technology Package   810 810
Sport Edition   1,542  
Sunroof   905 905
Illuminated door sill trim plates   359 359
Enhanced Convenience Package     905
Options (change) 3,470 5,275 3,275
Options (change) 3,100 4,799 2,979
Destination 675 895 895
Total Price $24,835 $32,920 $34,210
Total Invoice $23,030 $31,106 $32,412

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,120
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,219
Model Year200920172017
ModelOptimaEquinoxEquinox
TrimEXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine175hp I4182hp I4182hp I4
TransmissionT5T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7250, 8250, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17235/55-18235/55-18
Total Price$24,835$32,920$34,210
Adjustments for Features0-1,965-3,155
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,835$30,955$31,055
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$100
Total Invoice$23,030$31,106$32,412
Adjustments for Features0-1,857-2,989
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,030$29,249$29,423
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$174

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Model Year200920172017
ModelOptimaEquinoxEquinox
TrimEXLTPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0$0
Power liftgate  $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Remote app $25$25
Remote start $150$150
Sunshade, rear$125  
Universal garage door opener$100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rack $300 
Roof rails  $250
Climate Control 
Rear wiper $175$175
Exterior 
Black grille (optional) $0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250$250
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Rear bumper protector $40$40
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
SD Card slot $25$25
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 $150
Fog lights$125 $125
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100  
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0$0
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75$75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Total Value of Features$2,275$4,240$5,430
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,965$3,155
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,857-2,989

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Equinox

Model Year20092017
ModelOptimaEquinox
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.1 in112.5 in
Length189.0 in187.8 in
Width71.1 in72.5 in
Height58.3 in66.3 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.3,765 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.18.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in54.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in39.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.0 ft331.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.063.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested40038%
Total Not Requested65062%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Equinox LT

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
SD Card slot25No
Pioneer, 250W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested60062%
Total Not Requested37538%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Remote start150No
Total Requested85085%
Total Not Requested15015%
Sport Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Roof rack crossbars50No
Memory system, driver seat200No
235/55R18 tires400No
Black grille (optional)0No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested65042%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Equinox Premier

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
SD Card slot25No
Pioneer, 250W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested60062%
Total Not Requested37538%
Enhanced Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power liftgate350No
Total Requested30035%
Total Not Requested55065%

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