Kia Optima Kia Optima 2008 Subaru Legacy Subaru Legacy 2010

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

Join Us

Kia Optima vs. Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,920

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,765

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,175

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,947

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008201020102010
ModelOptimaLegacyLegacyLegacy
TrimEX2.5i3.6R2.5GT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $19,995 $24,995 $27,995
Base Invoice $18,510 $18,926 $23,440 $26,228
Stability control 650      
Premium Package 1,300      
Convenience Package 700      
Appearance Package 700      
Limited Package   4,000 3,000 2,000
Sunroof   995 995 995
Stability control 580      
Premium Package 1,160      
Convenience Package 625      
Appearance Package 625      
Limited Package   3,672 2,830 1,833
Sunroof   829 829 829
Options (change) 3,350 4,995 3,995 2,995
Options (change) 2,990 4,501 3,659 2,662
Destination 675 695 695 695
Total Price $23,920 $25,685 $29,685 $31,685
Total Invoice $22,175 $24,122 $27,794 $29,585

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 Legacy 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 Legacy

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,477
Model Year2008201020102010
ModelOptimaLegacyLegacyLegacy
TrimEX2.5i3.6R2.5GT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine162hp I4170hp H4256hp H6265hp H4
TransmissionT5M6T5M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7440, 9440, 9440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17215/50-17225/50-17225/45-18
Total Price$23,920$25,685$29,685$31,685
Adjustments for Features0-500-1,450-600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,920$25,185$28,235$31,085
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,050$5,900
Total Invoice$22,175$24,122$27,794$29,585
Adjustments for Features0-470-1,358-560
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,175$23,652$26,436$29,025
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,784$5,373

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Legacy

Model Year2008201020102010
ModelOptimaLegacyLegacyLegacy
TrimEX2.5i3.6R2.5GT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 $1000 
6-speed manual $150 $150
FWD$0   
AWD $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125   
Sunshade, rear$125   
Universal garage door opener$100   
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Wiper de-icer $25$25$25
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0
Bodyside moldings$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Hood scoop   $100
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150   
Fog lights$125   
Interior ambient lighting $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 
Total Value of Features$1,875$2,375$3,325$2,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$500$1,450$600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-470-1,358-560

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Legacy

Model Year20082010
ModelOptimaLegacy
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in108.3 in
Length186.4 in186.4 in
Width71.1 in71.7 in
Height58.3 in59.3 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.3,401 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in43.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft314.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115077%
Total Not Requested35023%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%

Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 2.5i

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested267571%
Total Not Requested107529%

Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 3.6R

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested232578%
Total Not Requested65022%

Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 2.5GT

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested160074%
Total Not Requested57526%

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.