Kia Optima Kia Optima 2020 Ford Escape Ford Escape 2006

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: $29,505

Ford Escape Hybrid   
Difference: $770

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20202006
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimHybrid EXHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $29,310 $26,900
Premium Package   3,995
Safety Package   595
Premium Package   3,396
Safety Package   506
Options (change) 0 4,590
Options (change) 0 3,902
Destination 965 615
Gas Tax 0 -2,600
Total Price $30,275 $29,505

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 Hybrid EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,685
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,079
Model Year20202006
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimHybrid EXHybrid
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine154hp I4 H133hp I4 H
TransmissionT6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)40/45 MPG36/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 10170, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17235/70-16
Total Price$30,275$29,505
Adjustments for Features-2,4550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,820$29,505

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20202006
ModelOptimaEscape
TrimHybrid EXHybrid
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 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera$200 
Stability control$400 
Traction control$100 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rack $300
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player $125
HD radio$50 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound$250 
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
Automatic headlights$125 
Detailed driving style feedback$100 
Fog lights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Outside temperature display$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Total Value of Features$5,550$3,095
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,455$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-780

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20202006
ModelOptimaEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.4 in103.2 in
Length191.1 in174.9 in
Width73.2 in70.1 in
Height57.7 in69.7 in
Curb Weight3,486 lb.3,594 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.9 ft329.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.966.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cargo cover75No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
AC power outlet100No
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125No
Trip computer150Yes
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25Yes
Unbranded, 170W, 4 speakers350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested205076%
Total Not Requested65024%
Safety Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%

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.