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Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,120 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $9,240 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,335 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $9,571 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | EX | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,895 | $31,790 | $33,925 | $35,995 |
| Base Invoice | $18,510 | $30,486 | $32,534 | $34,519 |
| Stability control | 650 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,300 | |||
| Convenience Package | 700 | |||
| Appearance Package | 700 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 200 | 375 | 375 | 375 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 375 | 375 | 375 | |
| Stability control | 580 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,160 | |||
| Convenience Package | 625 | |||
| Appearance Package | 625 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 160 | 300 | 300 | 300 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Options (change) | 3,550 | 750 | 750 | 750 |
| Options (change) | 3,150 | 600 | 600 | 600 |
| Destination | 675 | 820 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $24,120 | $33,360 | $35,495 | $37,565 |
| Total Invoice | $22,335 | $31,906 | $33,954 | $35,939 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,735 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,219 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | EX | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 162hp I4 | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 360, 7 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/50-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $24,120 | $33,360 | $35,495 | $37,565 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,505 | -3,505 | -3,605 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,120 | $29,855 | $31,990 | $33,960 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,135 | $4,105 |
| Total Invoice | $22,335 | $31,906 | $33,954 | $35,939 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,352 | -3,353 | -3,449 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,335 | $28,554 | $30,601 | $32,490 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,047 | $3,936 |
Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | EX | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | $450 | $450 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,575 | $5,080 | $5,080 | $5,180 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,505 | $3,505 | $3,605 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,352 | -3,353 | -3,449 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | Optima | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,143 lb. | 3,173 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.7 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 23% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 100% |
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