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Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,465

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,590

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,337

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,623

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062009
ModelOptimaJourney
TrimEXR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $19,100 $27,585
Base Invoice $17,605 $25,577
Leather Package 1,000  
Rear spoiler 220  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
Floor mats 85  
2.7L V6 1,300  
CD changer, remote 375  
Sunroof   795
Leather Package 890  
Rear spoiler 169  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
Floor mats 65  
2.7L V6 1,020  
CD changer, remote 288  
Sunroof   708
Options (change) 3,775 795
Options (change) 3,142 708
Destination 590 675
Total Price $23,465 $29,055
Total Invoice $21,337 $26,960

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,100
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,385
Model Year20062009
ModelOptimaJourney
TrimEXR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine170hp V6235hp V6
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/55-19
Total Price$23,465$29,055
Adjustments for Features0-3,490
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,465$25,565
Total Invoice$21,337$26,960
Adjustments for Features0-3,238
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,337$23,722

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year20062009
ModelOptimaJourney
TrimEXR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Remote start $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Second-row under-floor storage $150
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
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
Conversation mirror $25
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding passenger seat $150
Heated front seats $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
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 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,800$5,290
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,490
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,238

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year20062009
ModelOptimaJourney
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in113.8 in
Length185.8 in192.4 in
Width71.5 in72.2 in
Height55.5 in66.6 in
Curb Weight3,279 lb.4,001 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.20.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in33.6 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.7 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in51.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in23.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.6 ft310.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		13.637.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.667.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey specs.

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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