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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: $22,720

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,765

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,085

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,953

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820132013
ModelOptimaJourneyJourney
TrimEXCrewR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $19,895 $28,395 $28,995
Base Invoice $18,510 $27,068 $27,620
Stability control 650    
Premium Package 1,300    
Rear spoiler 200    
Sunroof   1,095 1,095
Stability control 580    
Premium Package 1,160    
Rear spoiler 160    
Sunroof   975 975
Options (change) 2,150 1,095 1,095
Options (change) 1,900 975 975
Destination 675 995 995
Total Price $22,720 $30,485 $31,085
Total Invoice $21,085 $29,038 $29,590

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,250
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,557
Model Year200820132013
ModelOptimaJourneyJourney
TrimEXCrewR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine162hp I4283hp V6283hp V6
TransmissionT5T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6368, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16225/55-19225/55-19
Total Price$22,720$30,485$31,085
Adjustments for Features0-2,515-2,265
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,720$27,970$28,820
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$850
Total Invoice$21,085$29,038$29,590
Adjustments for Features0-2,396-2,156
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,085$26,642$27,434
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$792

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year200820132013
ModelOptimaJourneyJourney
TrimEXCrewR/T
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Proximity key $250$250
Remote start $150$150
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rollover sensor $50$50
Trailer sway control $25$25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo cover $75$75
Cargo net $40$40
Roof rails $250 
Second-row under-floor storage $150$150
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50$50
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Rear wiper $175$175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250
SD Card slot $25$25
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0
Conversation mirror $25$25
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding passenger seat $150$150
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75$75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power recliner, driver seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,775$4,290$4,040
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,515$2,265
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,396-2,156

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Journey

Model Year20082013
ModelOptimaJourney
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.1 in113.8 in
Length186.4 in192.4 in
Width71.1 in72.2 in
Height58.3 in66.6 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.3,794 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.20.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in39.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in54.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in33.6 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.7 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in43.5 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in23.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.8 ft310.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
14.837.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.867.6 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%

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