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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: $9,085

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,175

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $9,027

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008201820182018
ModelOptimaMustangMustangMustang
TrimEXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $19,895 $30,600 $39,095 $55,845
Base Invoice $18,510 $28,917 $36,945 $52,773
Stability control 650      
Convenience Package 700     3,000
Appearance Package 700      
Rear spoiler 200 0 0  
Temporary spare tire   405 405  
Stability control 580      
Convenience Package 625     2,850
Appearance Package 625      
Rear spoiler 160 0 0  
Temporary spare tire   385 385  
Options (change) 2,250 405 405 3,000
Options (change) 1,990 385 385 2,850
Destination 675 900 900 900
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300
Total Price $22,820 $31,905 $40,400 $61,045
Total Invoice $21,175 $30,202 $38,230 $57,823

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,155
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,200
Model Year2008201820182018
ModelOptimaMustangMustangMustang
TrimEXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine162hp I4310hp I4460hp V8526hp V8
TransmissionT5M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19
Total Price$22,820$31,905$40,400$61,045
Adjustments for Features0-1,930-1,930-2,830
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,820$29,975$38,470$58,215
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,495$28,240
Total Invoice$21,175$30,202$38,230$57,823
Adjustments for Features0-1,827-1,826-2,681
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,175$28,375$36,404$55,142
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,029$26,767

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year2008201820182018
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   
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$50
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250 
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 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Drivetrain 
Differential cooler   $0
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$0 
Body kit (gray/black) $0$0$0
Bodyside moldings$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Larger rear spoiler   $200
Rear spoiler$200$200$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100$100
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100
Aux input$50   
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50
Navigation system   $600
Satellite radio $200$200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Traffic + travel information   $25
USB port $25$25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25 
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio   $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750 
Performance meter $150$150$150
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50$50
Xenon HID headlights   $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50   
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300$300
Door sill trim plates$100  $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Metal pedals $75$75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300$-300
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power recliner, driver seat$100   
Power recliner, passenger seat$100   
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0$0$0
Alloy wheels$350  $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Machined alloy wheels $350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Wheels, dark finish   $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
Total Value of Features$3,000$4,930$4,930$5,830
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,930$1,930$2,830
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,827-1,826-2,681

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20082018
ModelOptimaMustang
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase107.1 in107.1 in
Length186.4 in188.5 in
Width71.1 in75.4 in
Height58.3 in54.3 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.3,543 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.15.5 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 in42.7 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 in29.0 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%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Traffic + travel information25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
No leather in second row-300No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Satellite radio200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Unbranded, 9 speakers350No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Total Requested177549%
Total Not Requested187551%

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