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Kia Optima vs. Mercury Mountaineer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Mercury Mountaineer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,170

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $5,200

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,919

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $4,938

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182010
ModelOptimaMountaineer
TrimSXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $30,500 $34,860
Base Invoice $28,380 $32,523
Universal garage door opener 350  
Remote start 425 385
4.6L V8   1,310
Universal garage door opener 291  
Remote start 353 327
4.6L V8   1,192
Options (change) 775 1,695
Options (change) 644 1,519
Destination 895 815
Total Price $32,170 $37,370
Total Invoice $29,919 $34,857

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mercury Mountaineer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,545
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,259
Model Year20182010
ModelOptimaMountaineer
TrimSXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine245hp I4292hp V8
TransmissionT6A6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/65-18
Total Price$32,170$37,370
Adjustments for Features-3450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,825$37,370
Total Invoice$29,919$34,857
Adjustments for Features-3210
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,598$34,857

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mercury Mountaineer

Model Year20182010
ModelOptimaMountaineer
TrimSXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Safety key $5
Temporary spare tire$150 
Trailer sway control $25
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Class II trailer hitch $200
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rack $300
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0 
Bodyside cladding $350
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler$200 
Running boards $350
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
MP3-compatible player $50
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Approach detection$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$7,215$6,870
Value of Feature Adjustments$345$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3210

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mercury Mountaineer

Model Year20182010
ModelOptimaMountaineer
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.4 in113.7 in
Length191.1 in193.5 in
Width73.2 in73.5 in
Height57.7 in72.8 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.4,545 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in59.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in36.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in45.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.9 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
15.943.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.982.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercury Mountaineer Premier

4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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