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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,590

Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE   
Difference: $1,535

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,619

Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE   
Difference: $556

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142008
ModelJettaOptima
Trim1.8T SEEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,895 $19,895
Base Invoice $18,139 $18,510
Connectivity Package 1,820  
Sunroof 1,680  
Rear spoiler 375 200
Stability control   650
Convenience Package   700
Appearance Package   700
Premium Package   1,300
2.7L V6   1,005
Connectivity Package 1,748  
Sunroof 1,612  
Rear spoiler 300 160
Stability control   580
Convenience Package   625
Appearance Package   625
Premium Package   1,160
2.7L V6   840
Options (change) 3,875 4,555
Options (change) 3,660 3,990
Destination 820 675
Total Price $23,590 $25,125
Total Invoice $22,619 $23,175

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $675
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,482
Model Year20142008
ModelJettaOptima
Trim1.8T SEEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4185hp V6
TransmissionM5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/36 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/50-17
Total Price$23,590$25,125
Adjustments for Features0-2,210
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,590$22,915
Total Invoice$22,619$23,175
Adjustments for Features0-2,038
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,619$21,137

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20142008
ModelJettaOptima
Trim1.8T SEEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Sunshade, rear $125
Universal garage door opener $100
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rear air vents$100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration$100 
Satellite radio$200 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Fog lights $125
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Total Value of Features$1,340$3,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,210
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,038

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Jetta vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20142008
ModelJettaOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.4 in107.1 in
Length182.2 in186.4 in
Width70.0 in71.1 in
Height57.2 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,007 lb.3,287 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.2 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft314.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE

Connectivity Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Satellite radio200No
iPod integration100No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Remote app25No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Floor mats75Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Additional chrome trim0No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Chrome interior accents (optional)0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested105560%
Total Not Requested71540%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested30046%
Total Not Requested35054%
Appearance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested500100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115077%
Total Not Requested35023%
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
FeatureValueRequested?
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
1000Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Total Requested100098%
Total Not Requested252%

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