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Lincoln MKX vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lincoln MKX vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,100

Kia Optima SX Limited Turbo   
Difference: $5,995

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,763

Kia Optima SX Limited Turbo   
Difference: $4,667

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082014
ModelMKXOptima
TrimBaseSX Limited Turbo
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $35,840 $35,300
Base Invoice $33,051 $32,963
Navigation system 1,995  
Panoramic sunroof 1,895  
Heated second row seats 295  
Ultimate Package 995  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 300  
Navigation system 1,676  
Panoramic sunroof 1,592  
Heated second row seats 248  
Ultimate Package 836  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 252  
Options (change) 5,480 0
Options (change) 4,604 0
Destination 775 800
Total Price $42,095 $36,100
Total Invoice $38,430 $33,763

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lincoln MKX vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Limited Turbo
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,270
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,859
Model Year20082014
ModelMKXOptima
TrimBaseSX Limited Turbo
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine265hp V6274hp I4
TransmissionA6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/60-18225/45-18
Total Price$42,095$36,100
Adjustments for Features0-1,275
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,095$34,825
Total Invoice$38,430$33,763
Adjustments for Features0-1,192
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$38,430$32,571

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKX vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082014
ModelMKXOptima
TrimBaseSX Limited Turbo
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power liftgate$350 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Climate Control 
Ionizing air filtration $50
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Surround sound $250
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Power-folding mirrors $50
Speaker lights $100
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Floor mats$75 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather door panel trim $250
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Metal pedals $75
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600 
Chrome-plated alloy wheels $850
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$4,000$5,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,275
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,192

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See a complete comparison of Lincoln MKX vs. Kia Optima features.

Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKX vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082014
ModelMKXOptima
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.2 in110.0 in
Length186.5 in190.7 in
Width75.8 in72.1 in
Height67.2 in57.9 in
Curb Weight4,221 lb.3,238 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.9 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.8 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom40.7 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.8 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.1 in54.5 in
Row 2 Legroom39.3 in34.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		32.0 ft315.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		68.7 ft315.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Lincoln MKX vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKX

Ultimate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Power liftgate350No
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Total Requested10014%
Total Not Requested60086%

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