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Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,245

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,975

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,168

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $2,232

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimEXXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $19,100 $21,685
Base Invoice $17,605 $20,229
Leather Package 1,000  
Floor mats 85  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
2.7L V6 1,300  
CD changer, remote 375  
Convenience Package   295
Sun and Satellite Package   545
Leather Comfort Group   695
CD changer, in-dash   295
3.0L V6   1,010
Leather Package 890  
Floor mats 65  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
2.7L V6 1,020  
CD changer, remote 288  
Convenience Package   251
Sun and Satellite Package   464
Leather Comfort Group   591
CD changer, in-dash   251
3.0L V6   919
Options (change) 3,555 2,840
Options (change) 2,973 2,476
Destination 590 695
Total Price $23,245 $25,220
Total Invoice $21,168 $23,400

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $900
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,235
Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimEXXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine170hp V6200hp V6
TransmissionT4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 680, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16235/70-16
Total Price$23,245$25,220
Adjustments for Features0-1,075
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,245$24,145
Total Invoice$21,168$23,400
Adjustments for Features0-997
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,168$22,403

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimEXXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 
Brake assist $50
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Infotainment 
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 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass $0
Heated mirrors$25 
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$2,350$3,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,075
Value of Feature Adjustments0-997

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in103.1 in
Length185.8 in174.7 in
Width71.5 in71.1 in
Height55.5 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,279 lb.3,387 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.6 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.666.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape 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%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150No
Outside temperature display50No
Compass0No
Overhead sunglass holder25No
Keyless entry keypad50No
Total Requested23046%
Total Not Requested27554%
Sun and Satellite Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested90077%
Total Not Requested27523%
Leather Comfort Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%

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