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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: $36,070 Kia Optima SX | |||
| Difference: $15,070 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,495 Kia Optima SX | |||
| Difference: $13,826 | |||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | SX Limited | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,940 | $36,040 | $43,100 |
| Base Invoice | $27,865 | $33,435 | $40,191 |
| Premium Technology Package | 4,800 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | |
| Cargo tray | 80 | 80 | 100 |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | 350 | |
| Package 401A | 4,300 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Premium Technology Package | 4,380 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | |
| Cargo tray | 67 | 67 | 87 |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | 291 | |
| Package 401A | 3,752 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,280 | 480 | 7,145 |
| Options (change) | 4,780 | 400 | 6,235 |
| Destination | 850 | 850 | 895 |
| Total Price | $36,070 | $37,370 | $51,140 |
| Total Invoice | $33,495 | $34,685 | $47,321 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,455 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,481 | |||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | SX Limited | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 245hp I4 | 245hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/32 MPG | 22/32 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 630, 10 | 630, 10 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $36,070 | $37,370 | $51,140 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -300 | -3,615 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,070 | $37,070 | $47,525 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,000 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $33,495 | $34,685 | $47,321 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -278 | -3,345 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,495 | $34,407 | $43,976 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $912 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | SX Limited | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated front row armrests | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,840 | $6,140 | $9,455 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $300 | $3,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -278 | -3,345 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,494 lb. | 4,921 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.1 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.4 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Premium Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Upgraded stability control | 0 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Rear reading lights | 0 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2950 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2275 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 28% |
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