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Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,820

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,920

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,175

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,924

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008201620162016
ModelOptimaMustangMustangMustang
TrimEXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $19,895 $29,645 $36,395 $47,795
Base Invoice $18,510 $28,014 $34,393 $45,166
Stability control 650      
Convenience Package 700      
Appearance Package 700      
Rear spoiler 200 0 0  
Temporary spare tire   195 195  
Stability control 580      
Convenience Package 625      
Appearance Package 625      
Rear spoiler 160 0 0  
Temporary spare tire   185 185  
Options (change) 2,250 195 195 0
Options (change) 1,990 185 185 0
Destination 675 900 900 900
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300
Total Price $22,820 $30,740 $37,490 $49,995
Total Invoice $21,175 $29,099 $35,478 $47,366

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,440
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,518
Model Year2008201620162016
ModelOptimaMustangMustangMustang
TrimEXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine162hp I4310hp I4435hp V8526hp V8
TransmissionT5M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9?, 9160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19
Total Price$22,820$30,740$37,490$49,995
Adjustments for Features-270-1,750-1,9000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,550$28,990$35,590$49,995
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,600$21,005
Total Invoice$21,175$29,099$35,478$47,366
Adjustments for Features-251-1,657-1,7980
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,924$27,442$33,680$47,366
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,238$19,924

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year2008201620162016
ModelOptimaMustangMustangMustang
TrimEXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000   
6-speed manual $150$150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0  
Power rear side windows$200   
Power-adjustable pedals$125   
Proximity key $250$250$250
Sunshade, rear$125   
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25
Active glove box $100$100$100
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
High performance brake pads (optional)   $0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Line lock  $50$50
Rearview camera $200$200$200
Safety key $5$5$5
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25   
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential   $300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0  
Body kit (gray/black) $0$0$0
Bodyside moldings$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Infotainment 
App support $0$0$0
Aux input$50   
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50
Satellite radio $200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
USB port $25$25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
Performance meter $150$150$150
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50$50
Turn signal repeaters in hood  $0 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50   
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300 
Door sill trim plates$100  $100
Heated front seats$200$200$200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900$900$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Metal pedals $75$75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100   
Power recliner, passenger seat$100   
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Synthetic suede door panel trim   $250
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces   $450
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0$0 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Wheels, dark finish   $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,275$5,755$5,905$4,005
Value of Feature Adjustments$270$1,750$1,900$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-251-1,657-1,7980

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20082016
ModelOptimaMustang
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase107.1 in107.1 in
Length186.4 in188.3 in
Width71.1 in75.4 in
Height58.3 in54.4 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.3,527 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in34.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in52.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in30.6 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested30046%
Total Not Requested35054%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested10020%
Total Not Requested40080%

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