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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: $36,975

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $8,745

Lowest Total Invoice: $34,327

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $8,002

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018
ModelOptimaCadenza
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,500 $44,690
Base Invoice $28,380 $41,320
Universal garage door opener 350  
Technology Package 3,000  
Limited Package 2,100  
Cargo net 50 50
Cargo tray 80 80
Universal garage door opener 291  
Technology Package 2,727  
Limited Package 1,925  
Cargo net 42 42
Cargo tray 67 67
Options (change) 5,580 130
Options (change) 5,052 109
Destination 895 900
Total Price $36,975 $45,720
Total Invoice $34,327 $42,329

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,995
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,382
Model Year20182018
ModelOptimaCadenza
TrimSXLimited
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$36,975$45,720
Adjustments for Features0-1,750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,975$43,970
Total Invoice$34,327$42,329
Adjustments for Features0-1,620
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,327$40,709

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year20182018
ModelOptimaCadenza
TrimSXLimited
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 
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
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$4,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,750
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,620

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza

Model Year20182018
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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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Kia Cadenza specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Total Requested272589%
Total Not Requested35011%
Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated second row seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Around view cameras300Yes
Chrome-plated alloy wheels500No
Total Requested72559%
Total Not Requested50041%

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