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Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,835

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $885

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,030

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $1,248

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092011201120112011
ModelOptimaLancerLancerLancerLancer
TrimEXGTSRalliartEvolution GSREvolution MR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,690 $19,495 $27,695 $33,995 $37,195
Base Invoice $19,255 $18,671 $26,525 $32,559 $35,625
Premium Package 1,300       2,000
Convenience Package 970        
Navigation system 1,200 2,150 2,150 2,150 2,150
Touring Package   3,300 3,100   2,000
Sunroof and Leather Package       1,800  
Sight and Sound Package       2,100  
Premium Package 1,160       1,780
Convenience Package 865        
Navigation system 1,075 1,895 1,895 1,895 1,895
Touring Package   2,937 2,759   1,780
Sunroof and Leather Package       1,602  
Sight and Sound Package       1,869  
Options (change) 3,470 5,450 5,250 6,050 6,150
Options (change) 3,100 4,832 4,654 5,366 5,455
Destination 675 775 775 775 775
Total Price $24,835 $25,720 $33,720 $40,820 $44,120
Total Invoice $23,030 $24,278 $31,954 $38,700 $41,855

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,075
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,352
Model Year20092011201120112011
ModelOptimaLancerLancerLancerLancer
TrimEXGTSRalliartEvolution GSREvolution MR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp I4168hp I4237hp I4291hp I4291hp I4
TransmissionT5M5S6M5S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7710, 9710, 9710, 9710, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17215/45-18215/45-18245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$24,835$25,720$33,720$40,820$44,120
Adjustments for Features-1,1900-4,150-2,900-4,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,645$25,720$29,570$37,920$39,995
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,850$12,200$14,275
Total Invoice$23,030$24,278$31,954$38,700$41,855
Adjustments for Features-1,1040-3,933-2,749-3,913
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,926$24,278$28,021$35,951$37,942
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,743$11,673$13,664

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Model Year20092011201120112011
ModelOptimaLancerLancerLancerLancer
TrimEXGTSRalliartEvolution GSREvolution MR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000    
5-speed manual $0 $0 
6-speed automated manual  $1100 $1100
FWD$0$0   
AWD  $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125    
Proximity key $250$250$250$250
Sunshade, rear$125    
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150$150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250    
Universal garage door opener$100    
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25    
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175 $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75  $75 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential   $500$500
Adjustable center differential  $275$275$275
Limited-slip front differential  $500$500$500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300  
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0
Bodyside moldings$75    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25$25
Hood scoop  $100$100$100
Rear spoiler $200$200 $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler   $500 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100$100
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0$0
Media drive $15$15$15$15
Traffic information $25$25$25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150    
Automatic headlights$125$125$125 $125
Automatic-off headlights   $25 
Compass$0    
Heated mirrors$25   $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50    
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50    
Visor mirror, driver $10$10$10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10$10$10
Xenon HID headlights $500$500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100    
Folding second row seats$300$300$300  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50    
Metal pedals  $75$75$75
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    
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces    $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0$0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Short-throw shifter (optional)   $0 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 $100
Total Value of Features$3,225$2,035$6,185$4,935$6,160
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,190$0$4,150$2,900$4,125
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,1040-3,933-2,749-3,913

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Model Year20092011
ModelOptimaLancer
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in103.7 in
Length189.0 in180.0 in
Width71.1 in69.4 in
Height58.3 in58.7 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.2,923 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.15.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft311.6 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20019%
Total Not Requested85081%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer GTS

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60094%
Total Not Requested406%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Total Requested230067%
Total Not Requested115033%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60094%
Total Not Requested406%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Total Requested210065%
Total Not Requested115035%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60094%
Total Not Requested406%
Sunroof and Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Sound insulation, additional0No
Total Requested2000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sight and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20013%
Total Not Requested130087%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60094%
Total Not Requested406%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Sound insulation, additional0No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Total Requested212596%
Total Not Requested1004%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Additional chrome trim0No
Special exterior trim0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20020%
Total Not Requested80080%

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