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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: $22,540

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $725

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,850

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,092

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072018
ModelOptimaForte
TrimEXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,395 $21,600
Base Invoice $18,045 $20,410
2.7L V6 1,005  
Rear spoiler 200 295
Leather seating surfaces 600  
Convenience Package 700  
Universal garage door opener   350
Floor mats   125
2.7L V6 845  
Rear spoiler 160 244
Leather seating surfaces 535  
Convenience Package 625  
Universal garage door opener   291
Floor mats   102
Options (change) 2,505 770
Options (change) 2,165 637
Destination 640 895
Total Price $22,540 $23,265
Total Invoice $20,850 $21,942

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $825
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $370
Model Year20072018
ModelOptimaForte
TrimEXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine185hp V6164hp I4
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG25/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/45-17
Total Price$22,540$23,265
Adjustments for Features0-1,550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,540$21,715
Total Invoice$20,850$21,942
Adjustments for Features0-1,462
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,850$20,480

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20072018
ModelOptimaForte
TrimEXEX
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
Sunshade, rear$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Cassette player$50 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Compass $0
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
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$2,400$3,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,550
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,462

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20072018
ModelOptimaForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in106.3 in
Length186.4 in179.5 in
Width71.1 in70.1 in
Height58.3 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,287 lb.2,908 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft314.9 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

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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