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Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,945

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $6,025

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,148

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,958

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaJetta
TrimEXGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,100 $24,300
Base Invoice $17,605 $22,659
Leather Package 1,000  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
Floor mats 85  
CD changer, remote 375  
Autobahn Package   3,020
Leather Package 890  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
Floor mats 65  
CD changer, remote 288  
Autobahn Package   2,797
Options (change) 2,255 3,020
Options (change) 1,953 2,797
Destination 590 650
Total Price $21,945 $27,970
Total Invoice $20,148 $26,106

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,885
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,894
Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaJetta
TrimEXGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6250, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15225/45-17
Total Price$21,945$27,970
Adjustments for Features0-1,140
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,945$26,830
Total Invoice$20,148$26,106
Adjustments for Features0-1,064
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,148$25,042

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaJetta
TrimEXGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Cassette player$50 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass $0
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,725$3,865
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,140
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,064

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20062008
ModelOptimaJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in101.5 in
Length185.8 in179.3 in
Width71.5 in70.1 in
Height55.5 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.3,231 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft316.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Front seat active head restraints0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Unbranded, 250W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested180070%
Total Not Requested76530%

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