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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: $32,479 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $1,551 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,251 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $1,609 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2013 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Forester |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,500 | $35,300 | $29,995 |
| Base Invoice | $25,763 | $32,963 | $28,084 |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,300 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | 48 |
| Cargo tray | 80 | 80 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,000 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,059 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,129 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | 31 |
| Cargo tray | 67 | 67 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | ||
| Navigation system | 888 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,730 | 130 | 1,689 |
| Options (change) | 5,297 | 109 | 1,372 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 795 |
| Total Price | $34,030 | $36,230 | $32,479 |
| Total Invoice | $31,860 | $33,872 | $30,251 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,521 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,581 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2013 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Forester |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/31 MPG | 20/31 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $34,030 | $36,230 | $32,479 |
| Adjustments for Features | -30 | -1,380 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,000 | $34,850 | $32,479 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $850 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $31,860 | $33,872 | $30,251 |
| Adjustments for Features | -28 | -1,290 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,832 | $32,582 | $30,251 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $750 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2013 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Forester |
| Trim | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | ||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,825 | $7,175 | $5,795 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $30 | $1,380 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -28 | -1,290 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2014 | 2013 |
| Model | Optima | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 169.5 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,468 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 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 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Turbo
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 15% |
| Total Not Requested | 2800 | 85% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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