Kia Optima Kia Optima 2011 Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI 2007

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Kia Optima vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,950

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $5,440

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,020

Kia Optima SX   
Difference: $5,398

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112007
ModelOptimaImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimSXWRX STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,200 $33,495
Base Invoice $24,480 $31,618
Premium Package 2,000  
Limited Package   0
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
Universal garage door opener   87
Premium Package 1,790  
Limited Package   0
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
Universal garage door opener   56
Options (change) 2,000 270
Options (change) 1,790 175
Destination 750 625
Total Price $28,950 $34,390
Total Invoice $27,020 $32,418

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Optima dealer quotes or Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,445
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,269
Model Year20112007
ModelOptimaImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimSXWRX STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine274hp I4293hp H4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/34 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6120, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-17
Total Price$28,950$34,390
Adjustments for Features-2,0050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,945$34,390
Total Invoice$27,020$32,418
Adjustments for Features-1,8710
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,149$32,418

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Model Year20112007
ModelOptimaImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimSXWRX STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Stability control$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Traction control$100 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents$100 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275
Limited-slip front differential $500
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Hood scoop $100
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Speaker lights$100 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated second row seats$200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Partial leather seating sufaces$450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar 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$7,500$5,495
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,005$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,8710

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Model Year20112007
ModelOptimaImpreza / WRX / STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.0 in99.4 in
Length190.7 in175.4 in
Width72.1 in68.5 in
Height57.3 in56.7 in
Curb Weight3,385 lb.3,351 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in52.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.7 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom45.5 in42.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in52.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.5 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom34.7 in33.0 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft311.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Total Requested2009%
Total Not Requested210091%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX STI

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Total Requested142559%
Total Not Requested100041%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.