Kia Optima Kia Optima 2007 Ford Escape Ford Escape 2011

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,135

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,340

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,560

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,984

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720112011
ModelOptimaEscapeEscape
TrimEXXLTHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $19,395 $24,670 $33,080
Base Invoice $18,045 $23,035 $30,687
Leather seating surfaces 600    
Convenience Package 700    
Sunroof 800    
Leather Comfort Group   985  
Sun and SYNC Package   995  
Leather seating surfaces 535    
Convenience Package 625    
Sunroof 715    
Leather Comfort Group   838  
Sun and SYNC Package   846  
Options (change) 2,100 1,980 0
Options (change) 1,875 1,684 0
Destination 640 825 825
Total Price $22,135 $27,475 $33,905
Total Invoice $20,560 $25,544 $31,512

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Optima dealer quotes or Ford Escape dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,610
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,305
Model Year200720112011
ModelOptimaEscapeEscape
TrimEXXLTHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine161hp I4171hp I4153hp I4 H
TransmissionT5A6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 780, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16235/70-16235/70-16
Total Price$22,135$27,475$33,905
Adjustments for Features0-730-1,855
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,135$26,745$32,050
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$5,305
Total Invoice$20,560$25,544$31,512
Adjustments for Features0-679-1,724
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,560$24,865$29,788
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,923

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year200720112011
ModelOptimaEscapeEscape
TrimEXXLTHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed automatic $1000 
CVT  $1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Sunshade, rear$125  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Universal garage door opener$100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150  
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400
Brake assist $50$50
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Safety key $5$5
Stability control $400$400
Traction control $100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75
Roof rack  $300
Roof rails $250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter$0  
Rear wiper $175$175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Cassette player$50  
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25$25
Satellite radio $200$200
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors$25 $25
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50
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$2,825$3,555$4,680
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$730$1,855
Value of Feature Adjustments0-679-1,724

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20072011
ModelOptimaEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.1 in103.1 in
Length186.4 in174.7 in
Width71.1 in71.1 in
Height58.3 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.3,255 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.8 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.866.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Leather Comfort Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Total Requested110088%
Total Not Requested15012%
Sun and SYNC Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Voice control for external devices0No
Traffic + travel information25No
USB port25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Navigation, turn-by-turn25No
Voice control for audio system25No
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.