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Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,165

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,399

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,317

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $5,560

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelOptimaEclipse
TrimEXGT
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Base Price $19,100 $23,699
Base Invoice $17,605 $22,411
Leather Package 1,000  
Floor mats 85  
Rear spoiler 220  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
CD changer, remote 375  
Premium Sport Package   3,270
Leather Package 890  
Floor mats 65  
Rear spoiler 169  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
CD changer, remote 288  
Premium Sport Package   2,871
Options (change) 2,475 3,270
Options (change) 2,122 2,871
Destination 590 595
Total Price $22,165 $27,564
Total Invoice $20,317 $25,877

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,024
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,133
Model Year20062006
ModelOptimaEclipse
TrimEXGT
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Engine138hp I4263hp V6
TransmissionT4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6650, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15235/45-18
Total Price$22,165$27,564
Adjustments for Features-6250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,540$27,564
Total Invoice$20,317$25,877
Adjustments for Features-5730
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,744$25,877

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse

Model Year20062006
ModelOptimaEclipse
TrimEXGT
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Side curtain airbags $350
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Climate Control 
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Cassette player$50 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Outside temperature display $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Heated front seats $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,275$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments$625$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5730

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse

Model Year20062006
ModelOptimaEclipse
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in101.4 in
Length185.8 in179.7 in
Width71.5 in72.2 in
Height55.5 in53.5 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.3,275 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in34.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in51.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in44.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in29.2 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft315.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Eclipse GT

Premium Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Metal pedals75No
235/45VR18 tires400No
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 650W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested262570%
Total Not Requested115030%

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