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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: $34,355 Kia Optima SX Turbo | ||||
| Difference: $1,401 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2019 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Optima | Forester |
| Trim | Hybrid EX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $32,150 | $27,700 | $35,500 | $34,295 |
| Technology Package | 2,350 | 2,400 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | 50 | 68 |
| Cargo tray | 80 | 80 | 80 | |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 245 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 53 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 120 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,185 | 2,230 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | 42 | 44 |
| Cargo tray | 67 | 67 | 67 | |
| Premium Package | 3,060 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 158 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | 34 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 78 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,480 | 5,830 | 130 | 486 |
| Options (change) | 2,294 | 5,399 | 109 | 314 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 975 |
| Total Price | $35,455 | $34,355 | $36,455 | $35,756 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester Touring | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,584 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $31,013 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2019 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Optima | Forester |
| Trim | Hybrid EX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 159hp I4 H | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 182hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | CVT-7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 550, 12 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 440, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $35,455 | $34,355 | $36,455 | $35,756 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -25 | -1,375 | -5,010 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,455 | $34,330 | $35,080 | $30,746 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $1,125 | $0 | $750 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2019 |
| Model | Optima | Optima | Optima | Forester |
| Trim | Hybrid EX | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo | Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | |||
| PIN Code Access | $10 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Lane sway warning | $25 | |||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Terrain selector | $200 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $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 | $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 | $5,875 | $5,900 | $7,250 | $10,885 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $25 | $1,375 | $5,010 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -23 | -1,285 | -181 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2015 | 2019 |
| Model | Optima | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 105.1 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 67.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,238 lb. | 3,450 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 58.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.5 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.7 in | 39.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 | 76.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 69% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Turbo
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Infinity, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 2550 | 78% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 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% |
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