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Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,835

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $6,030

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,030

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $6,633

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092015
ModelOptimaGolf / GTI
TrimEXGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,690 $30,045
Base Invoice $19,255 $28,843
Premium Package 1,300  
Convenience Package 970  
Navigation system 1,200  
Premium Package 1,160  
Convenience Package 865  
Navigation system 1,075  
Options (change) 3,470 0
Options (change) 3,100 0
Destination 675 820
Total Price $24,835 $30,865
Total Invoice $23,030 $29,663

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,177
Model Year20092015
ModelOptimaGolf / GTI
TrimEXGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine175hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionT5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/40-18
Total Price$24,835$30,865
Adjustments for Features0-1,515
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,835$29,350
Total Invoice$23,030$29,663
Adjustments for Features0-1,456
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,030$28,207

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092015
ModelOptimaGolf / GTI
TrimEXGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Sunshade, rear$125 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera $200
Secondary collision brake assist $25
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic information $25
USB port$25 
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,875$4,390
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,515
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,456

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092015
ModelOptimaGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase107.1 in103.8 in
Length189.0 in167.5 in
Width71.1 in70.8 in
Height58.3 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.2,964 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.0 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.052.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested30029%
Total Not Requested75071%

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