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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: $31,270 Kia Optima SX | |||
| Difference: $1,739 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,115 Kia Optima SX | |||
| Difference: $1,513 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,995 | $29,940 | $36,040 |
| Base Invoice | $28,084 | $27,865 | $33,435 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,600 | ||
| Cargo net | 48 | 50 | 50 |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 350 | 350 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | ||
| Cargo tray | 80 | 80 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,335 | ||
| Cargo net | 31 | 42 | 42 |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 291 | 291 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | ||
| Cargo tray | 67 | 67 | |
| Options (change) | 2,289 | 480 | 480 |
| Options (change) | 1,819 | 400 | 400 |
| Destination | 725 | 850 | 850 |
| Total Price | $33,009 | $31,270 | $37,370 |
| Total Invoice | $30,628 | $29,115 | $34,685 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $141 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $231 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 224hp H4 | 245hp I4 | 245hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/24 MPG | 22/32 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 6 | ?, 6 | 630, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $33,009 | $31,270 | $37,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,880 | 0 | -4,950 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,129 | $31,270 | $32,420 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,150 |
| Total Invoice | $30,628 | $29,115 | $34,685 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,744 | 0 | -4,594 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,884 | $29,115 | $30,091 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $976 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 XT Touring | SX | SX Limited |
| 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 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | $125 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | ||
| Heated front row armrests | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,320 | $4,440 | $9,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,880 | $0 | $4,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,744 | 0 | -4,594 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lb. | 3,494 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Limited
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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