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Kia Optima vs. Mazda RX-8 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. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $22,335 Kia Optima EX | |||
| Difference: $9,970 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,720 Kia Optima EX | |||
| Difference: $9,133 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | EX | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $19,395 | $26,435 | $26,435 |
| Base Invoice | $18,045 | $24,458 | $24,458 |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | 360 | 360 |
| Sunroof | 800 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 600 | ||
| Convenience Package | 700 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 5,335 | 4,635 | |
| Cassette player | 225 | 225 | |
| Rear spoiler | 160 | 288 | 288 |
| Sunroof | 715 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 535 | ||
| Convenience Package | 625 | ||
| Grand Touring Package | 4,922 | 4,277 | |
| Cassette player | 180 | 180 | |
| Options (change) | 2,300 | 5,920 | 5,220 |
| Options (change) | 2,035 | 5,390 | 4,745 |
| Destination | 640 | 650 | 650 |
| Total Price | $22,335 | $33,005 | $32,305 |
| Total Invoice | $20,720 | $30,498 | $29,853 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda RX-8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,745 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,924 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | EX | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Engine | 161hp I4 | 212hp R2 | 232hp R2 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 360, 7 | 300, 9 | 300, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/60-16 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $22,335 | $33,005 | $32,305 |
| Adjustments for Features | -125 | -1,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $22,210 | $31,955 | $32,305 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $350 |
| Total Invoice | $20,720 | $30,498 | $29,853 |
| Adjustments for Features | -116 | -970 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $20,604 | $29,528 | $29,853 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $325 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Trim | EX | Automatic | Manual |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | $400 | $400 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,850 | $3,775 | $2,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $125 | $1,050 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -116 | -970 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mazda RX-8
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Optima | RX-8 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.4 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 174.3 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 52.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,143 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 48.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.8 in | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 69% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Automatic
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | No |
| Stability control | 400 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2950 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 2900 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Manual
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | No |
| Stability control | 400 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| 225/45ZR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2950 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 2100 | 42% |
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