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Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,790

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,029

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,913

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062018
ModelOptimaForte
TrimEXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,100 $21,600
Base Invoice $17,605 $20,410
Leather Package 1,000  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
Floor mats 85 125
Rear spoiler 220 295
Universal garage door opener   350
Leather Package 890  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
Floor mats 65 102
Rear spoiler 169 244
Universal garage door opener   291
Options (change) 2,100 770
Options (change) 1,834 637
Destination 590 895
Total Price $21,790 $23,265
Total Invoice $20,029 $21,942

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $475
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $74
Model Year20062018
ModelOptimaForte
TrimEXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4164hp I4
TransmissionT4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15215/45-17
Total Price$21,790$23,265
Adjustments for Features0-1,950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,790$21,315
Total Invoice$20,029$21,942
Adjustments for Features0-1,839
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,029$20,103

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062018
ModelOptimaForte
TrimEXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Cassette player$50 
CD player$125 
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Compass $0
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$2,850$4,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,950
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,839

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062018
ModelOptimaForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length185.8 in179.5 in
Width71.5 in70.1 in
Height55.5 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.2,909 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft314.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte specs.

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%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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