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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: $4,470

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,765

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,287

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelOptimaNitro
TrimEXShock
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $19,895 $27,245
Base Invoice $18,510 $26,302
Stability control 650  
Premium Package 1,300  
2.7L V6 1,005  
Stability control 580  
Premium Package 1,160  
2.7L V6 840  
Options (change) 2,955 0
Options (change) 2,580 0
Destination 675 750
Total Price $23,525 $27,995
Total Invoice $21,765 $27,052

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Nitro

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,165
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,026
Model Year20082011
ModelOptimaNitro
TrimEXShock
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine185hp V6260hp V6
TransmissionT5T5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG16/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7368, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16245/50-20
Total Price$23,525$27,995
Adjustments for Features0-1,305
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,525$26,690
Total Invoice$21,765$27,052
Adjustments for Features0-1,261
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,765$25,791

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20082011
ModelOptimaNitro
TrimEXShock
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000
FWD$0 
RWD $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 
Front side airbags$350 
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Cargo tray $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails $250
Sliding load floor $275
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Voice control for external devices $0
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 
Stain-resistant fabric $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,975$4,280
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,305
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,261

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Dodge Nitro

Model Year20082011
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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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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