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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: $22,070

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $940

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,505

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,047

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820092009
ModelOptimaCaliberCaliber
TrimEXR/TSRT4
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $19,895 $20,295 $24,840
Base Invoice $18,510 $19,026 $23,208
Premium Package 1,300    
Rear spoiler 200    
Driver Convenience Group   695  
Leather Interior Group   595 695
Sunroof   795 795
Premium Package 1,160    
Rear spoiler 160    
Driver Convenience Group   632  
Leather Interior Group   541 632
Sunroof   723 723
Options (change) 1,500 2,085 1,490
Options (change) 1,320 1,896 1,355
Destination 675 630 630
Total Price $22,070 $23,010 $26,960
Total Invoice $20,505 $21,552 $25,193

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Caliber

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,970
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,002
Model Year200820092009
ModelOptimaCaliberCaliber
TrimEXR/TSRT4
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine162hp I4172hp I4285hp I4
TransmissionT5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7458, 9?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/55-18225/45-19
Total Price$22,070$23,010$26,960
Adjustments for Features-1,255-2250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,815$22,785$26,960
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,175
Total Invoice$20,505$21,552$25,193
Adjustments for Features-1,166-2110
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,339$21,341$25,193
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,852

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year200820092009
ModelOptimaCaliberCaliber
TrimEXR/TSRT4
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400
Brake assist  $50
Front side airbags$350  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Stability control  $400
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Traction control  $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo cover $75 
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200  
Rear wiper $175$175
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Hood scoop  $100
Infotainment 
Articulating liftgate speakers $50 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100 
CD changer, in-dash$325  
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 
Automatic headlights$125  
Boost gauge  $75
Compass $0 
Heated mirrors$25  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
Trip computer$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding passenger seat $150 
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0$0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$3,600$2,570$2,345
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,255$225$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,166-2110

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Caliber

Model Year20082009
ModelOptimaCaliber
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase107.1 in103.7 in
Length186.4 in173.8 in
Width71.1 in68.8 in
Height58.3 in60.4 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.2,967 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.13.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in38.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in49.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.8 ft318.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.848.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%

Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber R/T

Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Compass0No
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Leather Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber SRT4

Leather Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Heated front seats200No
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%

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