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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: $35,940 Kia Optima SX | ||||
| Difference: $16,675 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,386 Kia Optima SX | ||||
| Difference: $16,878 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | SX Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,940 | $36,040 | $45,950 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $27,865 | $33,435 | $43,883 | $51,512 |
| Premium Technology Package | 4,800 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | 350 | ||
| Package 401A | 3,875 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | |||
| Cargo mat | 100 | 100 | ||
| Premium Technology Package | 4,380 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | 291 | ||
| Package 401A | 3,681 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | |||
| Cargo mat | 95 | 95 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,150 | 350 | 5,670 | 100 |
| Options (change) | 4,671 | 291 | 5,386 | 95 |
| Destination | 850 | 850 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $35,940 | $37,240 | $52,615 | $55,035 |
| Total Invoice | $33,386 | $34,576 | $50,264 | $52,602 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,820 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,351 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | SX Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 245hp I4 | 245hp I4 | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/32 MPG | 22/32 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 630, 10 | 630, 10 | 500, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $35,940 | $37,240 | $52,615 | $55,035 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -300 | -6,800 | -9,275 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,940 | $36,940 | $45,815 | $45,760 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,000 | $55 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $33,386 | $34,576 | $50,264 | $52,602 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -279 | -6,496 | -8,865 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,386 | $34,297 | $43,768 | $43,737 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $911 | $31 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | SX Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $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 | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | ||
| 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 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,425 | $5,725 | $12,225 | $14,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $300 | $6,800 | $9,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -279 | -6,496 | -8,865 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Model | Optima | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,494 lb. | 4,890 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.1 in | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.4 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Premium Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 3550 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 200 | No |
| Sony, 500W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1290 | 35% |
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