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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: $23,725

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,115

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,925

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,793

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820152015
ModelOptimaJettaJetta
TrimEX2.0T GLI SE2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $26,920 $29,280
Base Invoice $18,510 $25,842 $28,109
Premium Package 1,300    
2.7L V6 1,005    
Stability control 650    
Rear spoiler 200    
6-speed automated manual   1,100 1,100
Premium Package 1,160    
2.7L V6 840    
Stability control 580    
Rear spoiler 160    
6-speed automated manual   1,056 1,056
Options (change) 3,155 1,100 1,100
Options (change) 2,740 1,056 1,056
Destination 675 820 820
Total Price $23,725 $28,840 $31,200
Total Invoice $21,925 $27,718 $29,985

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,950
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,673
Model Year200820152015
ModelOptimaJettaJetta
TrimEX2.0T GLI SE2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine185hp V6210hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionT5S6S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG24/32 MPG24/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$23,725$28,840$31,200
Adjustments for Features0-1,165-2,615
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,725$27,675$28,585
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$910
Total Invoice$21,925$27,718$29,985
Adjustments for Features0-1,120-2,513
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,925$26,598$27,472
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$874

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year200820152015
ModelOptimaJettaJetta
TrimEX2.0T GLI SE2.0T GLI SEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed automated manual $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Universal garage door opener$100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Rearview camera $200$200
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Rear air vents $100$100
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0
Bodyside moldings$75  
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0$0
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD player  $125
HD radio $50 
iPod integration $100$100
Navigation system  $600
Satellite radio $200$200
SD Card slot $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Steering-linked fog lights  $50
Steering-linked headlights  $150
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100  
Heated front seats $200$200
Leather seating surfaces$900  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Metal pedals $75$75
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100  
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0$0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Transmission 
Launch control $100$100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$2,675$3,840$5,290
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,165$2,615
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,120-2,513

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20082015
ModelOptimaJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in104.4 in
Length186.4 in183.3 in
Width71.1 in70.0 in
Height58.3 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,287 lb.3,158 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft315.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Jetta 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
Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T GLI SE

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T GLI SEL

6-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%

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