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Kia Optima vs. Ford Taurus 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 Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,275 Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $9,325 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,077 Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $7,789 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Taurus |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,700 | $35,500 | $38,155 |
| Base Invoice | $25,920 | $33,140 | $35,025 |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,400 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | |
| Package 402A | 3,100 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,550 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,060 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,230 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | |
| Package 402A | 2,697 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,349 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,750 | 50 | 4,650 |
| Options (change) | 5,332 | 42 | 4,046 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 795 |
| Total Price | $34,275 | $36,375 | $43,600 |
| Total Invoice | $32,077 | $34,007 | $39,866 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,530 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,148 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Taurus |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/31 MPG | 20/31 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $34,275 | $36,375 | $43,600 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,350 | -1,795 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,275 | $35,025 | $41,805 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $750 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,077 | $34,007 | $39,866 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,262 | -1,641 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,077 | $32,745 | $38,225 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $668 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Taurus |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,000 | $5,350 | $5,795 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,350 | $1,795 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,262 | -1,641 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,468 lb. | 4,415 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Turbo
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 52% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2150 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 32% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
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