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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: $25,090

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $2,825

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,350

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $2,341

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102008
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimEXXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $20,995 $21,685
Base Invoice $19,620 $20,229
Navigation system 1,200 2,695
Premium Package 2,200  
Convenience Package   295
Sun and Satellite Package   545
Leather Comfort Group   695
Interior ambient lighting   295
3.0L V6   1,010
Navigation system 1,075 2,291
Premium Package 1,960  
Convenience Package   251
Sun and Satellite Package   464
Leather Comfort Group   591
Interior ambient lighting   251
3.0L V6   919
Options (change) 3,400 5,535
Options (change) 3,035 4,767
Destination 695 695
Total Price $25,090 $27,915
Total Invoice $23,350 $25,691

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,585
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,048
Model Year20102008
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimEXXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine175hp I4200hp V6
TransmissionT5A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7320, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17235/70-16
Total Price$25,090$27,915
Adjustments for Features-7600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,330$27,915
Total Invoice$23,350$25,691
Adjustments for Features-7070
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,643$25,691

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20102008
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimEXXLT
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Sunshade, rear$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
USB port$25 
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Heated front seats$200 
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$3,375$2,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$760$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-7070

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20102008
ModelOptimaEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.1 in103.1 in
Length189.0 in174.7 in
Width71.1 in71.1 in
Height58.3 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,197 lb.3,387 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 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		15.0 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.066.3 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Heated front seats200No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90036%
Total Not Requested160064%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested60048%
Total Not Requested65052%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Compass0Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25Yes
Keyless entry keypad50No
Total Requested45590%
Total Not Requested5010%
Sun and Satellite Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Overhead sunglass holder25Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Total Requested1175100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather Comfort Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%

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