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Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,925

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,485

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,015

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,866

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelOptimaSonata
TrimEXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $27,400
Base Invoice $18,510 $25,896
2.7L V6 1,005  
Stability control 650  
Convenience Package 700  
Appearance Package 700  
Premium Package 1,300  
Floor mats   125
2.7L V6 840  
Stability control 580  
Convenience Package 625  
Appearance Package 625  
Premium Package 1,160  
Floor mats   100
Options (change) 4,355 125
Options (change) 3,830 100
Destination 675 885
Total Price $24,925 $28,410
Total Invoice $23,015 $26,881

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $185
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $744
Model Year20082018
ModelOptimaSonata
TrimEXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine185hp V6185hp I4
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG25/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17215/55-17
Total Price$24,925$28,410
Adjustments for Features0-3,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,925$25,110
Total Invoice$23,015$26,881
Adjustments for Features0-3,122
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,015$23,759

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20082018
ModelOptimaSonata
TrimEXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote app $25
Remote climate control $25
Remote start via app $75
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$1,975$5,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,122

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20082018
ModelOptimaSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in110.4 in
Length186.4 in191.1 in
Width71.1 in73.4 in
Height58.3 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,287 lb.3,250 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft316.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90060%
Total Not Requested60040%

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