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Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $37,385

Kia Optima SX Limited   
Difference: $7,955

Lowest Total Invoice: $34,709

Kia Optima SX Limited   
Difference: $7,308

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172017
ModelOptimaCadenza
TrimSX LimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $36,090 $44,390
Base Invoice $33,481 $41,077
Universal garage door opener 350  
Cargo net 50 50
Universal garage door opener 291  
Cargo net 42 40
Options (change) 400 50
Options (change) 333 40
Destination 895 900
Total Price $37,385 $45,340
Total Invoice $34,709 $42,017

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,255
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,733
Model Year20172017
ModelOptimaCadenza
TrimSX LimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4290hp V6
TransmissionT6T8
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 10630, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$37,385$45,340
Adjustments for Features0-1,700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,385$43,640
Total Invoice$34,709$42,017
Adjustments for Features0-1,575
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,709$40,442

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year20172017
ModelOptimaCadenza
TrimSX LimitedLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power trunk closer $350
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot collision prevention $150
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor$50 
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Fog lights $125
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Metal pedals$75 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede headliner $650
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Chrome-plated alloy wheels$850 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,075$4,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,575

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year20172017
ModelOptimaCadenza
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in112.4 in
Length191.1 in195.7 in
Width73.2 in73.6 in
Height57.7 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.3,633 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in56.5 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in56.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in37.2 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft316.0 ft3

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