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Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,335

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $9,960

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,720

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $9,566

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200720172017
ModelOptimaWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,395 $30,995 $39,995
Base Invoice $18,045 $29,154 $37,750
Rear spoiler 200    
Sunroof 800    
Leather seating surfaces 600    
Convenience Package 700    
Universal garage door opener   85 85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165
Bodyside moldings   230 230
Rear spoiler 160    
Sunroof 715    
Leather seating surfaces 535    
Convenience Package 625    
Universal garage door opener   56 56
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107
Bodyside moldings   149 149
Options (change) 2,300 480 480
Options (change) 2,035 312 312
Destination 640 820 820
Total Price $22,335 $32,295 $41,295
Total Invoice $20,720 $30,286 $38,882

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,706
Model Year200720172017
ModelOptimaWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine161hp I4268hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$22,335$32,295$41,295
Adjustments for Features0-3,050-5,510
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,335$29,245$35,785
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,540
Total Invoice$20,720$30,286$38,882
Adjustments for Features0-2,860-5,188
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,720$27,426$33,694
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,268

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year200720172017
ModelOptimaWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
PIN Code Access  $10
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key  $250
Sunshade, rear$125  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400$400
Blind spot warning system  $200
Brake assist $50$50
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100
Traction control $100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Wiper de-icer $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
Front splitter spoiler $200$200
Hood scoop $100$100
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Cassette player$50  
CD changer, in-dash$325  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation map updates, three years  $0
Navigation system  $600
Satellite radio $200$200
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25 
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75$75
Compass $0$0
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,000$5,050$7,510
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,050$5,510
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,860-5,188

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20072017
ModelOptimaWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in104.3 in
Length186.4 in180.9 in
Width71.1 in70.7 in
Height58.3 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,143 lb.3,268 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20031%
Total Not Requested45069%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX STI Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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