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Kia Optima vs. Subaru Outback Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Subaru Outback Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,875

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $1,267

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,675

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $1,056

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182008
ModelOptimaOutback
TrimSX2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $30,500 $30,995
Base Invoice $28,380 $28,795
Universal garage door opener 350 77
Cargo tray 80  
Cargo net 50 42
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,200
Universal garage door opener 291 50
Cargo tray 67  
Cargo net 42 28
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,094
Options (change) 480 1,502
Options (change) 400 1,291
Destination 895 645
Total Price $31,875 $33,142
Total Invoice $29,675 $30,731

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,332
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,047
Model Year20182008
ModelOptimaOutback
TrimSX2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine245hp I4243hp H4
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/55-17
Total Price$31,875$33,142
Adjustments for Features-1,0650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,810$33,142
Total Invoice$29,675$30,731
Adjustments for Features-9910
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,684$30,731

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20182008
ModelOptimaOutback
TrimSX2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake assist$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rack $300
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Hood scoop $100
Laminated front side windows$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof, large $1100
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound $250
USB port$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Metal pedals$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$7,590$6,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,065$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-9910

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20182008
ModelOptimaOutback
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase110.4 in105.1 in
Length191.1 in188.7 in
Width73.2 in69.7 in
Height57.7 in63.2 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.3,605 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in51.0 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in52.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.9 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.966.2 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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