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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: $22,335 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $5,921 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,720 Kia Optima EX | ||||
| Difference: $5,573 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,595 | $27,895 | $29,895 | $19,395 |
| Base Invoice | $24,905 | $26,094 | $27,992 | $18,045 |
| Bodyside moldings | 240 | 240 | 240 | |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | 368 | 200 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | 93 | 93 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | 185 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 600 | |||
| Convenience Package | 700 | |||
| Sunroof | 800 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | 156 | 156 | 156 | |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | 276 | 160 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | 61 | 61 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | 120 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 535 | |||
| Convenience Package | 625 | |||
| Sunroof | 715 | |||
| Options (change) | 886 | 886 | 518 | 2,300 |
| Options (change) | 613 | 613 | 337 | 2,035 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 640 |
| Total Price | $28,256 | $29,556 | $31,188 | $22,335 |
| Total Invoice | $26,293 | $27,482 | $29,104 | $20,720 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,736 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,609 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 161hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T4 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 6 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | 360, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 205/60-16 |
| Total Price | $28,256 | $29,556 | $31,188 | $22,335 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,185 | -4,085 | -4,185 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,071 | $25,471 | $27,003 | $22,335 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $400 | $1,932 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $26,293 | $27,482 | $29,104 | $20,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,964 | -3,798 | -3,905 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,329 | $23,684 | $25,199 | $20,720 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $355 | $1,870 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Optima |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo tray | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,185 | $7,085 | $7,185 | $3,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,185 | $4,085 | $4,185 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,964 | -3,798 | -3,905 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 |
| Model | Forester | Optima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 107.1 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 186.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 3,143 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 17.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 43.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 69% |
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