Kia Optima Kia Optima 2007 Subaru Forester Subaru Forester 2006
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

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.

Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,335

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,625

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,720

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,192

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720062006
ModelOptimaForesterForester
TrimEX2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $19,395 $26,895 $27,895
Base Invoice $18,045 $25,001 $26,005
Rear spoiler 200 353 353
Leather seating surfaces 600    
Convenience Package 700    
Sunroof 800    
Universal garage door opener   87 87
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     183
Rear spoiler 160 230 230
Leather seating surfaces 535    
Convenience Package 625    
Sunroof 715    
Universal garage door opener   56 56
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     119
Options (change) 2,300 440 623
Options (change) 2,035 286 405
Destination 640 625 625
Total Price $22,335 $27,960 $29,143
Total Invoice $20,720 $25,912 $27,035

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 Subaru Forester 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. Subaru Forester

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,680
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,389
Model Year200720062006
ModelOptimaForesterForester
TrimEX2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine161hp I4173hp H4230hp H4
TransmissionT5A4M5
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7120, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/60-16215/60-16
Total Price$22,335$27,960$29,143
Adjustments for Features0-1,945-1,070
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,335$26,015$28,073
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,058
Total Invoice$20,720$25,912$27,035
Adjustments for Features0-1,803-993
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,720$24,109$26,042
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,933

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year200720062006
ModelOptimaForesterForester
TrimEX2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
4-speed automatic $800 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Sunshade, rear$125  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400
Side curtain airbags$350  
Tire-pressure monitor$75  
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75$75
Roof rack $300$300
Climate Control 
Rear wiper $175$175
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350$350
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Hood scoop  $100
Sunroof$900  
Sunroof, large $1100$1100
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125  
Cassette player$50  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125  
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Compass $0$0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
Trip computer$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks $200 
Total Value of Features$3,850$5,795$4,920
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,945$1,070
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,803-993

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester

Model Year20072006
ModelOptimaForester
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.1 in99.4 in
Length186.4 in176.6 in
Width71.1 in68.3 in
Height58.3 in65.0 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.3,166 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in51.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in33.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		14.8 ft332.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		14.857.7 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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.