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Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,790

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $13,304

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,029

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $12,866

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelOptimaLancer / Evolution
TrimEXEvolution IX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,100 $31,399
Base Invoice $17,605 $29,593
Leather Package 1,000  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795  
Floor mats 85  
Rear spoiler 220  
Sun, Sound, and Leather Package   3,120
Leather Package 890  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710  
Floor mats 65  
Rear spoiler 169  
Sun, Sound, and Leather Package   2,727
Options (change) 2,100 3,120
Options (change) 1,834 2,727
Destination 590 575
Total Price $21,790 $35,094
Total Invoice $20,029 $32,895

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,934
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,519
Model Year20062006
ModelOptimaLancer / Evolution
TrimEXEvolution IX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4286hp I4
TransmissionT4M5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 6315, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15235/45-17
Total Price$21,790$35,094
Adjustments for Features0-370
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,790$34,724
Total Invoice$20,029$32,895
Adjustments for Features0-347
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,029$32,548

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Model Year20062006
ModelOptimaLancer / Evolution
TrimEXEvolution IX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Cruise control$150 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front side airbags$350 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential $500
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler$200 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500
Infotainment 
Cassette player$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$3,375$3,745
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$370
Value of Feature Adjustments0-347

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Model Year20062006
ModelOptimaLancer / Evolution
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in102.4 in
Length185.8 in180.5 in
Width71.5 in66.8 in
Height55.5 in54.9 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.2,746 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in51.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in43.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in53.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in50.2 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in36.6 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft311.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution specs.

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 Lancer / Evolution Evolution IX

Sun, Sound, and Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Infinity, 315W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested192569%
Total Not Requested85031%

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