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Kia Optima vs. Dodge Caliber Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Dodge Caliber Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,880

Dodge Caliber Uptown   
Difference: $210

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,049

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,036

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062011
ModelOptimaCaliber
TrimEXUptown
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $19,100 $20,585
Base Invoice $17,605 $19,929
Leather Package 1,000  
Floor mats 85  
Rear spoiler 220  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
2.7L V6 1,300  
Security Group   700
Sunroof   845
Leather Package 890  
Floor mats 65  
Rear spoiler 169  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
2.7L V6 1,020  
Security Group   637
Sunroof   769
Options (change) 3,400 1,545
Options (change) 2,854 1,406
Destination 590 750
Total Price $23,090 $22,880
Total Invoice $21,049 $22,085

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Caliber

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Caliber Uptown
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,205
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $890
Model Year20062011
ModelOptimaCaliber
TrimEXUptown
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine170hp V6158hp I4
TransmissionT4CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG23/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6458, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/60-17
Total Price$23,090$22,880
Adjustments for Features0-1,995
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,090$20,885
Total Invoice$21,049$22,085
Adjustments for Features0-1,926
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,049$20,159

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year20062011
ModelOptimaCaliber
TrimEXUptown
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
CVT $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver $75
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Articulating liftgate speakers $50
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Cassette player$50 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Outside temperature display $50
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding passenger seat $150
Heated front seats $200
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,700$3,695
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,995
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,926

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year20062011
ModelOptimaCaliber
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in103.7 in
Length185.8 in173.8 in
Width71.5 in68.8 in
Height55.5 in60.4 in
Curb Weight3,279 lb.3,012 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.13.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in53.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft318.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.647.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber Uptown

Security Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Alarm100No
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125No
Oil cooler0No
Remote start150No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
Total Requested35048%
Total Not Requested37552%

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