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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: $28,655 Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $1,074 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,854 Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $722 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,895 | $27,700 | $35,500 |
| Base Invoice | $26,116 | $25,920 | $33,140 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | ||
| Satellite radio | 445 | ||
| Cargo net | 46 | 50 | 50 |
| Cargo tray | 75 | 80 | 80 |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | ||
| Satellite radio | 334 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | 42 | 42 |
| Cargo tray | 46 | 67 | 67 |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,189 | 130 | 130 |
| Options (change) | 815 | 109 | 109 |
| Destination | 645 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $29,729 | $28,655 | $36,455 |
| Total Invoice | $27,576 | $26,854 | $34,074 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX Turbo | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $779 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $448 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/25 MPG | 20/31 MPG | 20/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 155, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $29,729 | $28,655 | $36,455 |
| Adjustments for Features | -295 | 0 | -5,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,434 | $28,655 | $30,905 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,250 |
| Total Invoice | $27,576 | $26,854 | $34,074 |
| Adjustments for Features | -274 | 0 | -5,188 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,302 | $26,854 | $28,886 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,032 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | SX Turbo | SX Limited Turbo |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,995 | $5,700 | $11,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $295 | $0 | $5,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -274 | 0 | -5,188 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| 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 | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,310 lb. | 3,468 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 | 57.3 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 |
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