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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: $6,685 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,755 Kia Optima EX | |||||
| Difference: $6,005 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| 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 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $21,210 | $23,080 | $24,760 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Premium Package | 2,250 | 2,150 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Premium Technology Package | 5,000 | ||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,010 | 1,920 | |||
| Technology Package | 1,785 | 1,785 | |||
| Premium Technology Package | 4,465 | ||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||||
| Options (change) | 4,250 | 4,150 | 5,000 | 4,355 | 2,555 |
| Options (change) | 3,795 | 3,705 | 4,465 | 3,702 | 2,172 |
| Destination | 750 | 750 | 750 | 785 | 785 |
| Total Price | $27,700 | $29,600 | $32,250 | $34,385 | $35,735 |
| Total Invoice | $25,755 | $27,535 | $29,975 | $31,760 | $33,135 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,545 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,876 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| 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 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $27,700 | $29,600 | $32,250 | $34,385 | $35,735 |
| Adjustments for Features | -150 | 0 | -775 | -290 | -790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,550 | $29,600 | $31,475 | $34,095 | $34,945 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,050 | $3,925 | $0 | $850 |
| Total Invoice | $25,755 | $27,535 | $29,975 | $31,760 | $33,135 |
| Adjustments for Features | -139 | 0 | -720 | -268 | -733 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,616 | $27,535 | $29,255 | $31,492 | $32,402 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,919 | $3,639 | $0 | $910 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| 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 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| 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 | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,150 | $5,000 | $5,775 | $5,290 | $5,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $150 | $0 | $775 | $290 | $790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -139 | 0 | -720 | -268 | -733 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| 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
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 79% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX Turbo
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 79% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
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 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 3500 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 25% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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