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Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $19,040 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $4,485 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $18,095 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $3,670 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Optima | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,895 | $17,395 |
| Base Invoice | $18,510 | $16,570 |
| Premium Package | 1,300 | 950 |
| Stability control | 650 | |
| 2.7L V6 | 1,005 | |
| Premium Package | 1,160 | 830 |
| Stability control | 580 | |
| 2.7L V6 | 840 | |
| Options (change) | 2,955 | 950 |
| Options (change) | 2,580 | 830 |
| Destination | 675 | 695 |
| Total Price | $23,525 | $19,040 |
| Total Invoice | $21,765 | $18,095 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,260 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,611 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Optima | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 185hp V6 | 156hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/28 MPG | 25/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 360, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/60-16 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $23,525 | $19,040 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,225 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,300 | $19,040 |
| Total Invoice | $21,765 | $18,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,059 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,706 | $18,095 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Optima | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,000 | $1,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,225 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,059 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Optima | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,287 lb. | 2,769 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.8 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| 205/55HR16 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
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