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Kia Optima vs. Honda Pilot Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Honda Pilot Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,465

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $9,250

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,337

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,365

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaPilot
TrimEXEX-L
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $19,100 $32,045
Base Invoice $17,605 $29,032
Leather Package 1,000  
Floor mats 85  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
Rear spoiler 220  
2.7L V6 1,300  
CD changer, remote 375  
Leather Package 890  
Floor mats 65  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
Rear spoiler 169  
2.7L V6 1,020  
CD changer, remote 288  
Options (change) 3,775 0
Options (change) 3,142 0
Destination 590 670
Total Price $23,465 $32,715
Total Invoice $21,337 $29,702

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Honda Pilot

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,196
Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaPilot
TrimEXEX-L
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine170hp V6244hp V6 w/DoD
TransmissionT4A5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG16/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6155, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16235/70-16
Total Price$23,465$32,715
Adjustments for Features0-3,490
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,465$29,225
Total Invoice$21,337$29,702
Adjustments for Features0-3,169
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,337$26,533

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Honda Pilot

Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaPilot
TrimEXEX-L
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Skid plate (one) $50
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Cassette player$50 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
Satellite radio $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Conversation mirror $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats $600
Heated front seats $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Manual recliner, third row seats $125
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Total Value of Features$2,250$5,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,490
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,169

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Honda Pilot

Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaPilot
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length185.8 in188.0 in
Width71.5 in77.5 in
Height55.5 in70.1 in
Curb Weight3,279 lb.4,264 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.20.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in41.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in61.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in57.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in40.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in61.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in56.6 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in37.4 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in38.6 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in59.7 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in49.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in30.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft315.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
13.647.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.687.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

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