Kia Optima Kia Optima 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA Mercedes-Benz CLA 2018

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Optima vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA 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.

Kia Optima vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,170

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $9,525

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,646

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $8,984

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018
ModelOptimaCLACLA
TrimSXCLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,500 $32,700 $50,400
Base Invoice $28,380 $30,411 $46,872
Technology Package 3,000    
Universal garage door opener 350    
Interior trim, special color 0    
Remote start 425    
Multimedia Package   2,300 2,300
Premium Package   1,800 1,800
Interior Package   1,650  
Driver Assistance Package   1,500 1,500
Convenience Package   400 400
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   850  
Rear spoiler   300  
Sunroof, large   1,480 1,480
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package     1,650
Painted brake calipers (optional)     300
Technology Package 2,727    
Universal garage door opener 291    
Interior trim, special color 0    
Remote start 353    
Multimedia Package   2,139 2,139
Premium Package   1,674 1,674
Interior Package   1,535  
Driver Assistance Package   1,395 1,395
Convenience Package   372 372
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   791  
Rear spoiler   273  
Sunroof, large   1,376 1,376
Metallic paint (extra cost)   669 669
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package     1,535
Painted brake calipers (optional)     279
Options (change) 3,775 11,000 10,150
Options (change) 3,371 10,224 9,439
Destination 895 995 995
Total Price $35,170 $44,695 $61,545
Total Invoice $32,646 $41,630 $57,306

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Optima dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz CLA dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,700
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,146
Model Year201820182018
ModelOptimaCLACLA
TrimSXCLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4208hp I4375hp I4
TransmissionT6S7S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 10?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/45-17235/40-18
Total Price$35,170$44,695$61,545
Adjustments for Features-1750-2,725
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,995$44,695$58,820
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$14,125
Total Invoice$32,646$41,630$57,306
Adjustments for Features-1620-2,537
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,484$41,630$54,769
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$13,139

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year201820182018
ModelOptimaCLACLA
TrimSXCLA250AMG CLA45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
7-speed automated manual $1200$1200
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125  
Remote app $25$25
Remote climate control $25$25
Remote start$150  
Remote start via app $75$75
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25  
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100  
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Obstacle detection, rear$250  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0$0
Temporary spare tire$150  
Tires, run-flat $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100
Vehicle health reports$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Console with shifter$150 $150
Console without shifter $150 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150
Dual-mode exhaust  $250
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0 $0
Body kit  $0
Front splitter spoiler  $200
Laminated front side windows$200  
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 $0
Panoramic sunroof$1200  
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
CD player $125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0
In-vehicle Internet $150$150
Media drive $15$15
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0
SD Card slot $25$25
Surround sound$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Traffic information$25  
Voice control for external devices$0  
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Auto-dimming headlights$200  
Chronometer  $100
Compass$0  
Fog light, rear $100$100
Fog lights$125  
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150
LED headlights$1000  
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100
Color seat belts  $0
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300  
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Interior trim, special color$0 $0
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150
Metal pedals$75 $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Machined alloy wheels$350  
Performance steering system (optional)$0 $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Total Value of Features$6,365$6,190$8,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$175$0$2,725
Value of Feature Adjustments-1620-2,537

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20182018
ModelOptimaCLA
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in106.3 in
Length191.1 in182.3 in
Width73.2 in70.0 in
Height57.7 in56.6 in
Curb Weight3,220 lb.3,263 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in56.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft313.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Surround sound250No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Total Requested227574%
Total Not Requested80026%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

LED headlights, single projector or low beam only
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
LED tail lights0No
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested92581%
Total Not Requested21519%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Total Requested25077%
Total Not Requested7523%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior trim, special color0Yes
Color seat belts0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested92581%
Total Not Requested21519%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Total Requested25077%
Total Not Requested7523%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.