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Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Traverse Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Traverse Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,125 Kia Optima EX | ||
| Difference: $14,530 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,175 Kia Optima EX | ||
| Difference: $14,333 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Traverse |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $19,895 | $32,760 |
| Base Invoice | $18,510 | $31,122 |
| Stability control | 650 | |
| Premium Package | 1,300 | |
| Convenience Package | 700 | |
| Appearance Package | 700 | |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | |
| 2.7L V6 | 1,005 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,525 | |
| 2LT Equipment Group | 3,145 | |
| Sunroof | 1,400 | |
| Stability control | 580 | |
| Premium Package | 1,160 | |
| Convenience Package | 625 | |
| Appearance Package | 625 | |
| Rear spoiler | 160 | |
| 2.7L V6 | 840 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,342 | |
| 2LT Equipment Group | 2,987 | |
| Sunroof | 1,232 | |
| Options (change) | 4,555 | 6,070 |
| Options (change) | 3,990 | 5,561 |
| Destination | 675 | 825 |
| Total Price | $25,125 | $39,655 |
| Total Invoice | $23,175 | $37,508 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Traverse
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,630 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,644 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Traverse |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 185hp V6 | 281hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/28 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 360, 7 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/50-17 | 255/65-18 |
| Total Price | $25,125 | $39,655 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,900 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,125 | $35,755 |
| Total Invoice | $23,175 | $37,508 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,689 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,175 | $33,819 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Traverse
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Traverse |
| Trim | EX | LT |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,650 | $6,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,689 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Chevrolet Traverse
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Traverse |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 118.9 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 205.0 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 78.4 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,287 lb. | 4,790 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 62.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.8 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 68.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 116.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 37% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Traverse LT
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Glass roof panel(s) | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| 2LT Equipment Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Bose, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 67% |
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