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Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,700 Kia Optima EX | |||||
| Difference: $8,600 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,755 Kia Optima EX | |||||
| Difference: $7,046 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | EX Turbo | Hybrid | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $22,700 | $24,700 | $26,500 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $21,210 | $23,080 | $24,760 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Technology Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,250 | 2,150 | |||
| Premium Technology Package | 5,000 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Technology Package | 1,785 | 1,785 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,010 | 1,920 | |||
| Premium Technology Package | 4,465 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,250 | 4,150 | 5,000 | 5,455 | 3,755 |
| Options (change) | 3,795 | 3,705 | 4,465 | 4,638 | 3,193 |
| Destination | 750 | 750 | 750 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $27,700 | $29,600 | $32,250 | $36,300 | $36,915 |
| Total Invoice | $25,755 | $27,535 | $29,975 | $32,801 | $33,416 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,975 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,395 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | EX Turbo | Hybrid | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 200hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 166hp I4 H | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 550, 12 | 550, 12 | 550, 12 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $27,700 | $29,600 | $32,250 | $36,300 | $36,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | -375 | -375 | -1,150 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,325 | $29,225 | $31,100 | $36,300 | $36,915 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,900 | $3,775 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $25,755 | $27,535 | $29,975 | $32,801 | $33,416 |
| Adjustments for Features | -349 | -349 | -1,069 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,406 | $27,186 | $28,906 | $32,801 | $33,416 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,780 | $3,500 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | EX Turbo | Hybrid | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | ||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,300 | $5,300 | $6,075 | $4,925 | $4,925 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $375 | $375 | $1,150 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -349 | -349 | -1,069 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | Optima | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,207 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 79% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX Turbo
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 79% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid
| Premium Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| 215/55HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 3600 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
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