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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: $32,095

Ford Escape Hybrid Limited   
Difference: $3,230

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,303

Ford Escape Hybrid Limited   
Difference: $3,522

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152009
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimHybrid EXHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $32,150 $31,975
Base Invoice $29,815 $29,542
Technology Package 2,350  
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System   2,395
Technology Package 2,185  
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System   2,036
Options (change) 2,350 2,395
Options (change) 2,185 2,036
Destination 825 725
Gas Tax 0 -3,000
Total Price $35,325 $32,095
Total Invoice $32,825 $29,303

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape Hybrid Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $748
Model Year20152009
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimHybrid EXHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine159hp I4 H153hp I4 H
TransmissionT6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)36/40 MPG34/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)550, 12320, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17235/70-16
Total Price$35,325$32,095
Adjustments for Features-2,9850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,340$32,095
Total Invoice$32,825$29,303
Adjustments for Features-2,7740
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,051$29,303

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20152009
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimHybrid EXHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
CVT $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Heated steering wheel$100 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Proximity key$250 
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 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover $75
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Roof rack $300
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Ionizing air filtration$50 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
HD radio$50 
Surround sound$250 
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback$100 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Speaker lights$100 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Floor mats $75
Folding second row seats $300
Heated second row seats$200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$7,100$4,115
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,985$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,7740

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20152009
ModelOptimaEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.0 in103.1 in
Length190.7 in174.7 in
Width72.1 in71.1 in
Height57.9 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,510 lb.3,620 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.7 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.5 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.7 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.466.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested25014%
Total Not Requested150086%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid Limited

Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25Yes
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested70067%
Total Not Requested35033%

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