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Kia Optima vs. Nissan LEAF Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Nissan LEAF Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,420

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,360

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,925

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $6,930

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082015
ModelOptimaLEAF
TrimEXSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $19,895 $35,120
Base Invoice $18,510 $33,265
Stability control 650  
Rear spoiler 200  
Door sill trim plates   130
Floor mats   180
Stability control 580  
Rear spoiler 160  
Door sill trim plates   106
Floor mats   134
Options (change) 850 310
Options (change) 740 240
Destination 675 850
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $21,420 $28,780
Total Invoice $19,925 $26,855

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan LEAF

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,350
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,188
Model Year20082015
ModelOptimaLEAF
TrimEXSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine162hp I4107hp E
TransmissionT5A1
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/50-17
Total Price$21,420$28,780
Adjustments for Features0-4,010
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,420$24,770
Total Invoice$19,925$26,855
Adjustments for Features0-3,742
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,925$23,113

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20082015
ModelOptimaLEAF
TrimEXSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Photovoltaic solar panel $250
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Heat pump $250
Interior air filter$0 
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
24 kWh battery pack $0
6.6 kW onboard charger $500
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Pandora internet radio connectivity $0
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Digital instruments $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
LED headlights $1000
Tachometer$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Heated front seats $200
Heated second row seats $200
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$2,275$6,285
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,010
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,742

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20082015
ModelOptimaLEAF
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase107.1 in106.3 in
Length186.4 in175.0 in
Width71.1 in69.7 in
Height58.3 in61.0 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.3,257 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.8 ft324.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.830.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan LEAF SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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