Kia Optima Kia Optima 2007 Nissan Pathfinder Nissan Pathfinder 2008
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

Kia Optima vs. Nissan Pathfinder 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. Nissan Pathfinder Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,985

Kia Optima LX   
Difference: $8,630

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,635

Kia Optima LX   
Difference: $8,141

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720072008
ModelOptimaOptimaPathfinder
TrimLXEXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $16,355 $19,395 $26,980
Base Invoice $15,435 $18,045 $25,283
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,295    
2.7L V6 1,695 1,005  
Airbag Package     700
Floor mats     155
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,065    
2.7L V6 1,495 845  
Airbag Package     607
Floor mats     106
Options (change) 2,990 1,005 855
Options (change) 2,560 845 713
Destination 640 640 780
Total Price $19,985 $21,040 $28,615
Total Invoice $18,635 $19,530 $26,776

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 Nissan Pathfinder 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. Nissan Pathfinder

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,330
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,069
Model Year200720072008
ModelOptimaOptimaPathfinder
TrimLXEXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine185hp V6185hp V6266hp V6
TransmissionT5T5A5
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG22/30 MPG15/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16205/60-16245/75-16
Total Price$19,985$21,040$28,615
Adjustments for Features0-1,650-2,895
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,985$19,390$25,720
Cost Above Minimum$595$0$0
Total Invoice$18,635$19,530$26,776
Adjustments for Features0-1,532-2,709
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,635$17,998$24,067
Cost Above Minimum$637$0$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Model Year200720072008
ModelOptimaOptimaPathfinder
TrimLXEXS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000 
5-speed automatic  $900
FWD$0$0 
RWD  $0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Universal garage door opener $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Antilock brakes (ABS)  $400
Rollover sensor  $50
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500
Stability control  $400
Traction control  $100
Cargo Management 
Class IV trailer hitch  $300
Roof rails  $250
Storage compartment under second row seats  $50
Trailering equipment (7 wire)  $150
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Rear wiper  $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Skid plate (one)  $50
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Cassette player $50 
CD changer, in-dash $325 
CD player$125 $125
MP3-compatible player $50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150 
Automatic headlights $125 
Fog lights $125 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Outside temperature display $50 
Trip computer $150$150
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding third row seats  $600
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 $50
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50 $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$2,225$3,875$5,120
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,650$2,895
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,532-2,709

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Nissan Pathfinder features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Model Year20072008
ModelOptimaPathfinder
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.1 in112.2 in
Length186.4 in192.3 in
Width71.1 in72.8 in
Height58.3 in72.0 in
Curb Weight3,287 lb.4,446 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in34.2 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in36.7 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in44.0 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in28.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		14.8 ft316.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		14.849.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		14.879.2 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Nissan Pathfinder specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Pathfinder S

Airbag Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags, three rows500No
Rollover sensor50No
Total Requested35039%
Total Not Requested55061%

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.