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Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,220

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $10,150

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,688

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $9,092

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182012
ModelOptimaExplorer
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $30,500 $37,855
Base Invoice $28,380 $35,268
Technology Package 3,000  
Cargo net 50  
Remote start 425  
Universal garage door opener 350  
Package 302A / 303A   4,500
Polished alloy wheels   595
Panoramic sunroof   1,595
Technology Package 2,727  
Cargo net 42  
Remote start 353  
Universal garage door opener 291  
Package 302A / 303A   3,825
Polished alloy wheels   506
Panoramic sunroof   1,356
Options (change) 3,825 6,690
Options (change) 3,413 5,687
Destination 895 825
Total Price $35,220 $45,370
Total Invoice $32,688 $41,780

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,060
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,167
Model Year20182012
ModelOptimaExplorer
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine245hp I4290hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 10390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18255/50-20
Total Price$35,220$45,370
Adjustments for Features0-2,090
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,220$43,280
Total Invoice$32,688$41,780
Adjustments for Features0-1,925
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,688$39,855

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182012
ModelOptimaExplorer
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Adaptive cruise control $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Semi-automated parking system $500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200 
Curve control $50
Inflatable rear seat belts $200
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Lane departure warning$200 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
SD Card slot $25
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
Auto-dimming headlights$200 
Compass$0 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
LED headlights$1000 
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power-stowing third row seats $1000
Tailgating position, third row seats $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,990$8,080
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,090
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,925

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182012
ModelOptimaExplorer
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.4 in112.6 in
Length191.1 in197.1 in
Width73.2 in78.9 in
Height57.7 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.4,557 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.9 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		15.943.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.980.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Ford Explorer specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Surround sound250Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Total Requested122540%
Total Not Requested185060%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested257562%
Total Not Requested160038%

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