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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: $22,720 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $6,538 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,085 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $6,280 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5i Limited | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $19,895 | $28,095 | $30,095 | $33,095 |
| Base Invoice | $18,510 | $26,313 | $28,144 | $30,927 |
| Stability control | 650 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,300 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 200 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 38 | 38 | 38 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 76 | 76 | 76 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 199 | 199 | 199 | |
| Stability control | 580 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,160 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 160 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 24 | 24 | 24 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 49 | 49 | 49 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 129 | 129 | 129 | |
| Options (change) | 2,150 | 313 | 313 | 313 |
| Options (change) | 1,900 | 202 | 202 | 202 |
| Destination | 675 | 850 | 850 | 850 |
| Total Price | $22,720 | $29,258 | $31,258 | $34,258 |
| Total Invoice | $21,085 | $27,365 | $29,196 | $31,979 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,178 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,202 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5i Limited | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 162hp I4 | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 250hp H4 |
| Transmission | T5 | CVT | CVT | CVT-8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 360, 7 | ?, 6 | 440, 8 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/60-16 | 225/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $22,720 | $29,258 | $31,258 | $34,258 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,360 | -5,310 | -5,510 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $22,720 | $24,898 | $25,948 | $28,748 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,050 | $3,850 |
| Total Invoice | $21,085 | $27,365 | $29,196 | $31,979 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,078 | -4,960 | -5,143 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $21,085 | $23,287 | $24,236 | $26,836 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $949 | $3,549 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Forester | Forester | Forester |
| Trim | EX | 2.5i Limited | 2.5i Touring | 2.0XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| CVT | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,475 | $6,835 | $7,785 | $7,985 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,360 | $5,310 | $5,510 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,078 | -4,960 | -5,143 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 180.9 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 66.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,143 lb. | 3,297 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 43.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 74.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5i 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 2.5i 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 2.0XT 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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