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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: $2,035

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620202020
ModelOptimaForteForte
TrimEXEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,100 $22,090 $22,490
Leather Package 1,000    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795    
Floor mats 85 125 125
Rear spoiler 220 295  
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Leather Package 890    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710    
Floor mats 65 102 102
Rear spoiler 169 244  
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Options (change) 2,100 770 475
Options (change) 1,834 637 393
Destination 590 965 965
Total Price $21,790 $23,825 $23,930

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Optima EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $85
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,741
Model Year200620202020
ModelOptimaForteForte
TrimEXEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4147hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionT4CVT-6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$21,790$23,825$23,930
Adjustments for Features0-1,950-1,225
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,790$21,875$22,705
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$830

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200620202020
ModelOptimaForteForte
TrimEXEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Blind spot warning system $200 
Brake assist $50$50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Rearview camera $200$200
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Cassette player$50  
CD player$125  
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Compass $0$0
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$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$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$3,250$5,200$4,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,950$1,225
Value of Feature Adjustments0-131-70

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062020
ModelOptimaForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length185.8 in182.7 in
Width71.5 in70.9 in
Height55.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft315.3 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%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte GT

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

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