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Kia Optima vs. Toyota Solara Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Toyota Solara Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,725

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,599

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,925

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,313

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820072007
ModelOptimaSolaraSolara
TrimEXSport V6SLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $19,895 $24,530 $26,905
Base Invoice $18,510 $22,075 $24,214
Stability control 650 650 650
Premium Package 1,300    
2.7L V6 1,005    
Rear spoiler 200    
Leather Package   1,440  
Sunroof   900  
Floor mats   184 184
Stability control 580 559 559
Premium Package 1,160    
2.7L V6 840    
Rear spoiler 160    
Leather Package   1,152  
Sunroof   720  
Floor mats   112 112
Options (change) 3,155 3,174 834
Options (change) 2,740 2,543 671
Destination 675 620 620
Total Price $23,725 $28,324 $28,359
Total Invoice $21,925 $25,238 $25,505

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Toyota Solara

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,379
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,361
Model Year200820072007
ModelOptimaSolaraSolara
TrimEXSport V6SLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine185hp V6210hp V6210hp V6
TransmissionT5T5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG21/29 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6270, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/55-17215/55-17
Total Price$23,725$28,324$28,359
Adjustments for Features-4350-690
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,290$28,324$27,669
Cost Above Minimum$0$655$0
Total Invoice$21,925$25,238$25,505
Adjustments for Features-4020-621
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,523$25,238$24,884
Cost Above Minimum$0$354$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Toyota Solara

Model Year200820072007
ModelOptimaSolaraSolara
TrimEXSport V6SLE V6
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200  
Universal garage door opener$100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
Cargo net  $40
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Rear air vents  $100
Exterior 
Body kit $0 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 $325
CD player $125 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 $150
Compass  $0
Heated mirrors$25 $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Heated front seats  $200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,200$1,765$2,455
Value of Feature Adjustments$435$0$690
Value of Feature Adjustments-4020-621

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Toyota Solara features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Toyota Solara

Model Year20082007
ModelOptimaSolara
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase107.1 in107.1 in
Length186.4 in192.5 in
Width71.1 in71.5 in
Height58.3 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,287 lb.3,440 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in50.8 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft313.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Toyota Solara specs.

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%

Option Package Details
Toyota Solara Sport V6

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Toyota Solara SLE V6

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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