Kia Optima Kia Optima 2016 Nissan Maxima Nissan Maxima 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Optima vs. Nissan Maxima 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.

Kia Optima vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,590

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $3,015

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,095

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $2,997

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162016
ModelOptimaOptimaMaxima
TrimSXSX LimitedSR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,940 $36,040 $37,770
Base Invoice $27,865 $33,435 $35,257
Premium Technology Package 4,800    
Premium Technology Package 4,380    
Options (change) 4,800 0 0
Options (change) 4,380 0 0
Destination 850 850 835
Total Price $35,590 $36,890 $38,605
Total Invoice $33,095 $34,285 $36,092

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Optima dealer quotes or Nissan Maxima dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,015
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,857
Model Year201620162016
ModelOptimaOptimaMaxima
TrimSXSX LimitedSR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4245hp I4300hp V6
TransmissionT6T6CVT-7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/32 MPG22/32 MPG22/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 10630, 10?, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18235/45-18245/40-19
Total Price$35,590$36,890$38,605
Adjustments for Features-2,000-2,3000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,590$34,590$38,605
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,000$0
Total Invoice$33,095$34,285$36,092
Adjustments for Features-1,860-2,1380
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,235$32,147$36,092
Cost Above Minimum$0$912$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year201620162016
ModelOptimaOptimaMaxima
TrimSXSX LimitedSR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
7-speed manually-shiftable CVT  $1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction  $0
Adaptive cruise control  $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener$125$125 
Remote start  $150
Remote window/roof operation  $15
Sunshades, second row$125$125 
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Around view cameras $500 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200 
Forward collision warning$200$200 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Lane departure warning$200$200 
Obstacle detection, front  $150
Predictive forward collision warning  $250
Rearview camera$200 $200
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40 
Exterior 
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0$0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100 
CD player  $125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Traffic + travel information  $25
Traffic information$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25$25 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200 
Fog lights  $125
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display  $250
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750
Power-folding mirrors$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats$75$75 
Heated front row armrests$100$100 
Heated front seats  $200
Heated second row seats$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Synthetic suede door panel trim  $250
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Synthetic suede steering wheel  $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active ride control  $25
Alloy wheels  $350
Machined alloy wheels$350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0$0 
Total Value of Features$7,115$7,415$5,115
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,000$2,300$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,860-2,1380

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20162016
ModelOptimaMaxima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.4 in109.3 in
Length191.1 in192.8 in
Width73.2 in73.2 in
Height57.7 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,494 lb.3,471 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.0 in54.2 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in45.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.0 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in34.2 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft314.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Premium Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Upgraded stability control0No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Rear reading lights0No
Heated second row seats200No
Surround sound250No
Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested5000100%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.