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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: $30,200 Kia Optima EX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $1,731 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,090 Kia Optima EX Turbo | |||
| Difference: $1,471 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $28,495 | $25,100 | $26,500 |
| Base Invoice | $26,707 | $23,455 | $24,760 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,400 | 1,400 |
| iPod integration | 223 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 82 | ||
| Satellite radio | 453 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,501 | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| iPod integration | 145 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 54 | ||
| Satellite radio | 340 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,635 | 2,635 | |
| Options (change) | 2,741 | 4,350 | 4,350 |
| Options (change) | 2,159 | 3,885 | 3,885 |
| Destination | 695 | 750 | 750 |
| Total Price | $31,931 | $30,200 | $31,600 |
| Total Invoice | $29,561 | $28,090 | $29,395 |
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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: $836 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $642 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 274hp I4 | 274hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 22/34 MPG | 22/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | 550, 12 | 550, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 215/55-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $31,931 | $30,200 | $31,600 |
| Adjustments for Features | -895 | 0 | -625 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,036 | $30,200 | $30,975 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $775 |
| Total Invoice | $29,561 | $28,090 | $29,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | -829 | 0 | -581 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,732 | $28,090 | $28,814 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $724 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Limited | EX Turbo | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $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 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | $100 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Partial leather seating sufaces | $450 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,595 | $5,700 | $6,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $895 | $0 | $625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -829 | 0 | -581 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Forester | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.0 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 190.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,385 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX Turbo
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| 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 |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 2905 | 94% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 7% |
| Total Not Requested | 2805 | 93% |
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