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Subaru Forester 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.
Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,600 Kia Optima EX Turbo | ||
| Difference: $1,190 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,750 Kia Optima EX Turbo | ||
| Difference: $1,055 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | EX Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $24,700 |
| Base Invoice | $26,005 | $23,080 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | |
| Premium Package | 2,150 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | |
| Premium Package | 1,920 | |
| Options (change) | 270 | 2,150 |
| Options (change) | 175 | 1,920 |
| Destination | 625 | 750 |
| Total Price | $28,790 | $27,600 |
| Total Invoice | $26,805 | $25,750 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX Turbo | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,770 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,529 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | EX Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 230hp H4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/26 MPG | 22/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $28,790 | $27,600 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,580 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,790 | $26,020 |
| Total Invoice | $26,805 | $25,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,474 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,805 | $24,276 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | EX Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,695 | $6,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,474 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,310 lb. | 3,385 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX Turbo
| 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 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 2200 | 92% |
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