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Kia Optima vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,190

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $900

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,253

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $1,037

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020102012
ModelOptimaOptimaSentra
TrimEXSXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,995 $21,975 $20,990
Base Invoice $19,620 $20,370 $19,571
2.7L V6 1,000 1,000  
Navigation system 1,200 1,200  
Premium Package 2,200 2,000  
Upgrade Package     2,600
Mud guards     160
Floor mats     120
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     135
Bodyside moldings     155
Interior ambient lighting     250
2.7L V6 940 930  
Navigation system 1,075 1,075  
Premium Package 1,960 1,790  
Upgrade Package     2,255
Mud guards     118
Floor mats     94
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     116
Bodyside moldings     123
Interior ambient lighting     196
Options (change) 4,400 4,200 3,420
Options (change) 3,975 3,795 2,902
Destination 695 695 780
Total Price $26,090 $26,870 $25,190
Total Invoice $24,290 $24,860 $23,253

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,150
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,803
Model Year201020102012
ModelOptimaOptimaSentra
TrimEXSXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine194hp V6194hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT5T5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG20/28 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7360, 7340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17215/50-17225/45-17
Total Price$26,090$26,870$25,190
Adjustments for Features-3,050-3,0000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,040$23,870$25,190
Cost Above Minimum$0$830$0
Total Invoice$24,290$24,860$23,253
Adjustments for Features-2,840-2,7760
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,450$22,084$23,253
Cost Above Minimum$0$634$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year201020102012
ModelOptimaOptimaSentra
TrimEXSXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key $250 
Sunshade, rear$125$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Rearview camera  $200
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Compass$0$0 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates$100$100 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats$200$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Metal pedals $75$75
Partial leather seating sufaces $450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$4,375$4,325$1,325
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,050$3,000$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,840-2,7760

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20102012
ModelOptimaSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in105.7 in
Length189.0 in179.8 in
Width71.1 in70.5 in
Height58.3 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,294 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Heated front seats200No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90036%
Total Not Requested160064%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90046%
Total Not Requested107554%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested178063%
Total Not Requested105037%

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