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Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,790 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $6,466 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,029 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $6,264 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $19,100 | $26,595 | $27,895 | $29,895 |
| Base Invoice | $17,605 | $24,905 | $26,094 | $27,992 |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |||
| Floor mats | 85 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 795 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 220 | 368 | 368 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | 93 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | 185 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | 240 | 240 | |
| Leather Package | 890 | |||
| Floor mats | 65 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 710 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 169 | 276 | 276 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | 61 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | 120 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | 156 | 156 | |
| Options (change) | 2,100 | 886 | 886 | 518 |
| Options (change) | 1,834 | 613 | 613 | 337 |
| Destination | 590 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $21,790 | $28,256 | $29,556 | $31,188 |
| Total Invoice | $20,029 | $26,293 | $27,482 | $29,104 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,006 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,114 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T4 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 6 | 80, 6 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/60-15 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $21,790 | $28,256 | $29,556 | $31,188 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,460 | -5,360 | -5,460 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,790 | $23,796 | $24,196 | $25,728 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $400 | $1,932 |
| Total Invoice | $20,029 | $26,293 | $27,482 | $29,104 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,150 | -4,984 | -5,095 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $20,029 | $22,143 | $22,498 | $24,009 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $355 | $1,866 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,475 | $6,935 | $7,835 | $7,935 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,460 | $5,360 | $5,460 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,150 | -4,984 | -5,095 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Optima | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 185.8 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,282 lb. | 3,251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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