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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: $21,165

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $6,575

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,427

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,235

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062015
ModelOptimaJetta
TrimEX2.0T GLI SE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,100 $26,920
Base Invoice $17,605 $25,842
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
Floor mats 85  
Rear spoiler 220  
CD changer, remote 375  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
Floor mats 65  
Rear spoiler 169  
CD changer, remote 288  
Options (change) 1,475 0
Options (change) 1,232 0
Destination 590 820
Total Price $21,165 $27,740
Total Invoice $19,427 $26,662

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,185
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,938
Model Year20062015
ModelOptimaJetta
TrimEX2.0T GLI SE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15225/40-18
Total Price$21,165$27,740
Adjustments for Features0-2,390
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,165$25,350
Total Invoice$19,427$26,662
Adjustments for Features0-2,297
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,427$24,365

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20062015
ModelOptimaJetta
TrimEX2.0T GLI SE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
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
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Cassette player$50 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
iPod integration $100
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Outside temperature display $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,775$4,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,390
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,297

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20062015
ModelOptimaJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in104.4 in
Length185.8 in183.3 in
Width71.5 in70.0 in
Height55.5 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.2,860 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft315.7 ft3

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