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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: $36,100 Kia Optima SX Limited Turbo | |||
| Difference: $3,315 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,763 Kia Optima SX Limited Turbo | |||
| Difference: $2,388 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX Limited Turbo | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $35,300 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $32,963 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 6,985 | 4,155 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 6,017 | 3,611 |
| Destination | 800 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $36,100 | $39,415 | $40,520 |
| Total Invoice | $33,763 | $36,151 | $37,327 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Limited Turbo | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,465 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,566 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX Limited Turbo | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 274hp I4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/31 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $36,100 | $39,415 | $40,520 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,795 | 0 | -1,750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,305 | $39,415 | $38,770 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $645 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $33,763 | $36,151 | $37,327 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,614 | 0 | -1,612 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,149 | $36,151 | $35,715 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $436 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX Limited Turbo | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| 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 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,050 | $5,255 | $7,005 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,795 | $0 | $1,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,614 | 0 | -1,612 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 |
| 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 | 57.9 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,468 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 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
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 20% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 80% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | 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 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 25% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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