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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Sonic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,720

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $525

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,085

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,223

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082019
ModelOptimaSonic
TrimEXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $20,020
Base Invoice $18,510 $19,259
Stability control 650  
Premium Package 1,300  
Rear spoiler 200  
RS Package   800
6-speed shiftable automatic   700
Sunroof   850
Stability control 580  
Premium Package 1,160  
Rear spoiler 160  
RS Package   728
6-speed shiftable automatic   672
Sunroof   774
Options (change) 2,150 2,350
Options (change) 1,900 2,174
Destination 675 875
Total Price $22,720 $23,245
Total Invoice $21,085 $22,308

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $505
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,204
Model Year20082019
ModelOptimaSonic
TrimEXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine162hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/31 MPG26/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16205/50-17
Total Price$22,720$23,245
Adjustments for Features0-20
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,720$23,225
Total Invoice$21,085$22,308
Adjustments for Features0-19
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,085$22,289

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20082019
ModelOptimaSonic
TrimEXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Compass $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Wheels, dark finish $0
Total Value of Features$3,400$3,420
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$20
Value of Feature Adjustments0-19

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20082019
ModelOptimaSonic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in99.4 in
Length186.4 in173.9 in
Width71.1 in68.3 in
Height58.3 in59.7 in
Curb Weight3,179 lb.2,857 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft314.9 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90060%
Total Not Requested60040%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic Premier

6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
turbocharged
1.4L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@4900
148 lb-ft@1850		1000Yes
Remote start150No
Total Requested100087%
Total Not Requested15013%
RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Wheels, dark finish0No
Total Requested32557%
Total Not Requested25043%

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