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Kia Optima vs. Dodge Challenger Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Dodge Challenger Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,165

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $18,480

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,317

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $17,735

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaChallenger
TrimEXSRT8
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $19,100 $37,320
Base Invoice $17,605 $34,803
Leather Package 1,000  
Rear spoiler 220  
Floor mats 85  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
CD changer, remote 375  
Sunroof   950
Leather Package 890  
Rear spoiler 169  
Floor mats 65  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
CD changer, remote 288  
Sunroof   874
Options (change) 2,475 950
Options (change) 2,122 874
Destination 590 675
Gas Tax 0 1,700
Total Price $22,165 $40,645
Total Invoice $20,317 $38,052

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Challenger

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,973
Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaChallenger
TrimEXSRT8
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine138hp I4425hp V8
TransmissionT4T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6522, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15245/45-20
Total Price$22,165$40,645
Adjustments for Features0-2,950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,165$37,695
Total Invoice$20,317$38,052
Adjustments for Features0-2,762
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,317$35,290

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Challenger

Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaChallenger
TrimEXSRT8
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Hood scoop $100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Cassette player$50 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Outside temperature display $50
Performance meter $150
Trip computer $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Polished alloy wheels $350
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,450$5,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,950
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,762

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Challenger

Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaChallenger
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase106.3 in116.0 in
Length185.8 in197.7 in
Width71.5 in75.7 in
Height55.5 in57.0 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.4,141 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.19.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in51.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in32.6 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft316.2 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%

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