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Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Kia Optima 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.
Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,825 Kia Optima SX | ||||
| Difference: $31,255 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,633 Kia Optima SX | ||||
| Difference: $28,908 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | R350 | Hybrid EX | Plug-in Hybrid EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $50,240 | $30,990 | $35,210 | $30,500 |
| Base Invoice | $46,537 | $28,752 | $32,743 | $28,380 |
| Premium 2 Package | 6,050 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | 600 | |||
| Cargo tray | 85 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |||
| Heated front seats | 750 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 985 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |||
| Technology Package | 5,000 | 5,250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,627 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | 558 | |||
| Cargo tray | 79 | 67 | 67 | 67 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |||
| Heated front seats | 698 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 916 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |||
| Technology Package | 4,618 | 4,831 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | 291 | 291 | |
| Options (change) | 11,965 | 5,430 | 5,680 | 430 |
| Options (change) | 11,129 | 4,976 | 5,189 | 358 |
| Destination | 875 | 895 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,919 | 0 |
| Total Price | $63,080 | $37,315 | $36,866 | $31,825 |
| Total Invoice | $58,541 | $34,623 | $33,908 | $29,633 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $27,050 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,006 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | R350 | Hybrid EX | Plug-in Hybrid EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 154hp I4 H | 154hp I4 PiH | 245hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 630, 10 | 630, 10 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $63,080 | $37,315 | $36,866 | $31,825 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,205 | -2,460 | -2,160 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $58,875 | $34,855 | $34,706 | $31,825 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,030 | $2,881 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $58,541 | $34,623 | $33,908 | $29,633 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,902 | -2,283 | -1,987 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $54,639 | $32,340 | $31,921 | $29,633 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,707 | $2,288 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | R350 | Hybrid EX | Plug-in Hybrid EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| 10 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| 3.3 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $11,345 | $9,600 | $9,300 | $7,140 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,205 | $2,460 | $2,160 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,902 | -2,283 | -1,987 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,950 lb. | 3,220 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.3 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.8 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.4 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 35.6 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 32.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2175 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 1090 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid EX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2150 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 3825 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid EX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 3825 | 66% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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