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Kia Optima vs. Dodge Nitro Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Dodge Nitro Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,525

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,540

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,765

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,269

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082010
ModelOptimaNitro
TrimEXSXT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $19,895 $23,235
Base Invoice $18,510 $22,573
Stability control 650  
Premium Package 1,300  
2.7L V6 1,005  
4.0L V6   1,000
245/50R20   1,395
Sunroof   895
Leather seating surfaces   795
Stability control 580  
Premium Package 1,160  
2.7L V6 840  
4.0L V6   910
245/50R20   1,269
Sunroof   814
Leather seating surfaces   723
Options (change) 2,955 4,085
Options (change) 2,580 3,716
Destination 675 745
Total Price $23,525 $28,065
Total Invoice $21,765 $27,034

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Nitro

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,585
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,349
Model Year20082010
ModelOptimaNitro
TrimEXSXT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine185hp V6260hp V6
TransmissionT5T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG16/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16245/50-20
Total Price$23,525$28,065
Adjustments for Features0-955
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,525$27,110
Total Invoice$21,765$27,034
Adjustments for Features0-920
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,765$26,114

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20082010
ModelOptimaNitro
TrimEXSXT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Front side airbags$350 
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails $250
Sliding load floor $275
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Tow hook(s), front $40
Tow hook(s), rear $25
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat $150
Heated front seats $200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,975$3,930
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$955
Value of Feature Adjustments0-920

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20082010
ModelOptimaNitro
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.1 in108.8 in
Length186.4 in178.9 in
Width71.1 in73.1 in
Height58.3 in69.9 in
Curb Weight3,287 lb.3,971 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.19.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in40.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		14.8 ft332.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		14.865.2 ft3

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

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 Nitro SXT

245/50R20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
245/50R20 tires400No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Chrome-clad alloy wheels250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested900100%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%
4.0L V6
OHC-4v
260 hp@5200
265 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
4.0L V6
OHC-4v
260 hp@5200
265 lb-ft@4000		1000Yes
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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