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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: $22,724 Scion tC Monogram Series | ||||
| Difference: $4,976 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,477 Scion tC Monogram Series | ||||
| Difference: $4,278 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | tC | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Monogram Series | EX | EX Turbo | Hybrid |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $21,400 | $22,700 | $24,700 | $26,500 |
| Base Invoice | $20,329 | $21,210 | $23,080 | $24,760 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 229 | |||
| Fog lights | 340 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,250 | 2,150 | ||
| Premium Technology Package | 5,000 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 138 | |||
| Fog lights | 255 | |||
| Technology Package | 1,785 | 1,785 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,010 | 1,920 | ||
| Premium Technology Package | 4,465 | |||
| Options (change) | 569 | 4,250 | 4,150 | 5,000 |
| Options (change) | 393 | 3,795 | 3,705 | 4,465 |
| Destination | 755 | 750 | 750 | 750 |
| Total Price | $22,724 | $27,700 | $29,600 | $32,250 |
| Total Invoice | $21,477 | $25,755 | $27,535 | $29,975 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Scion tC vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Scion tC Monogram Series | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,711 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,242 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | tC | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Monogram Series | EX | EX Turbo | Hybrid |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 179hp I4 | 200hp I4 | 274hp I4 | 166hp I4 H |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 8 | 550, 12 | 550, 12 | 550, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $22,724 | $27,700 | $29,600 | $32,250 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,265 | -3,115 | -3,890 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $22,724 | $24,435 | $26,485 | $28,360 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,050 | $3,925 |
| Total Invoice | $21,477 | $25,755 | $27,535 | $29,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,036 | -2,898 | -3,616 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $21,477 | $22,719 | $24,637 | $26,359 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,918 | $3,640 |
Features Comparison: Scion tC vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | tC | Optima | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | Monogram Series | EX | EX Turbo | Hybrid |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,510 | $4,775 | $4,625 | $5,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,265 | $3,115 | $3,890 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,036 | -2,898 | -3,616 |
Specifications Comparison: Scion tC vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 |
| Model | tC | Optima |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,083 lb. | 3,207 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.6 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 45.5 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 | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 44% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX Turbo
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 44% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima Hybrid
| Premium Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| 215/55HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 2600 | 44% |
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