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Kia Optima vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,815

Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited   
Difference: $20

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,030

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $319

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009201220122012
ModelOptimaImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimEX2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,690 $21,595 $29,095 $37,445
Base Invoice $19,255 $20,517 $27,405 $35,379
Premium Package 1,300      
Convenience Package 970      
Navigation system 1,200   1,000 1,000
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165 165
Navigation Package   1,000    
Sunroof   1,000    
Universal garage door opener   85 85 85
Bodyside moldings   220 220 220
Premium Package 1,160      
Convenience Package 865      
Navigation system 1,075   888 888
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107 107
Navigation Package   888    
Sunroof   888    
Universal garage door opener   56 56 56
Bodyside moldings   143 143 143
Options (change) 3,470 2,470 1,470 1,470
Options (change) 3,100 2,082 1,194 1,194
Destination 675 750 750 750
Total Price $24,835 $24,815 $31,315 $39,665
Total Invoice $23,030 $23,349 $29,349 $37,323

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,540
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,111
Model Year2009201220122012
ModelOptimaImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimEX2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp I4148hp H4265hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT5CVT-6M5M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17205/50-17235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$24,835$24,815$31,315$39,665
Adjustments for Features0-1,520-670-2,320
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,835$23,295$30,645$37,345
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,350$14,050
Total Invoice$23,030$23,349$29,349$37,323
Adjustments for Features0-1,430-628-2,183
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,030$21,919$28,721$35,140
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,802$13,221

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year2009201220122012
ModelOptimaImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRX
TrimEX2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000   
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100  
5-speed manual  $0 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0   
AWD $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals$125   
Sunshade, rear$125   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Knee airbag, driver $75  
Rollover sensor $50$50$50
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25   
Climate Control 
Wiper de-icer $25$25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential   $275
Limited-slip front differential   $500
Limited-slip rear differential   $300
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Hood scoop  $100$100
Rear spoiler $200$200 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler   $500
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100
HD radio $50  
SMS text-to-speech reader $25  
Traffic information $25  
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125  
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
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 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Door sill trim plates$100  $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Metal pedals  $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   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100  
Total Value of Features$2,325$3,845$2,995$4,645
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,520$670$2,320
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,430-628-2,183

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX

Model Year20092012
ModelOptimaImpreza / WRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in104.1 in
Length189.0 in180.3 in
Width71.1 in68.5 in
Height58.3 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.2,912 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.14.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in52.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft312.0 ft3

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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
Subaru Impreza / WRX 2.0i Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
205/50VR17 tires400No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Total Requested80059%
Total Not Requested55041%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested80089%
Total Not Requested10011%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX WRX STI Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested80089%
Total Not Requested10011%

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