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Scion tC 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.
Scion tC vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,000 Scion tC | ||
| Difference: $1,005 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,836 Scion tC | ||
| Difference: $258 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | tC | Optima |
| Trim | Base | EX |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $18,575 | $19,100 |
| Base Invoice | $17,646 | $17,605 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 310 | |
| Rear spoiler | 385 | 220 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 795 | |
| 2.7L V6 | 1,300 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 225 | |
| Rear spoiler | 285 | 169 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 950 | |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 710 | |
| 2.7L V6 | 1,020 | |
| Options (change) | 1,695 | 2,315 |
| Options (change) | 1,460 | 1,899 |
| Destination | 730 | 590 |
| Total Price | $21,000 | $22,005 |
| Total Invoice | $19,836 | $20,094 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Scion tC vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Scion tC | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,250 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,434 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | tC | Optima |
| Trim | Base | EX |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 180hp I4 | 170hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/31 MPG | 20/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 8 | 120, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $21,000 | $22,005 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,245 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $19,755 | $22,005 |
| Total Invoice | $19,836 | $20,094 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,176 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $18,660 | $20,094 |
Features Comparison: Scion tC vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | tC | Optima |
| Trim | Base | EX |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,595 | $3,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,245 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,176 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Scion tC vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | tC | Optima |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 174.0 in | 185.8 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,110 lb. | 3,279 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.6 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.4 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 48.5 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 | 1000 | Yes |
| 205/55HR16 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 29% |
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