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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: $22,720

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,550

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,085

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,254

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820152015
ModelOptimaWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $29,995 $38,495
Base Invoice $18,510 $28,232 $36,355
Stability control 650    
Premium Package 1,300    
Rear spoiler 200    
Universal garage door opener   85 85
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165
Bodyside moldings   230 230
Stability control 580    
Premium Package 1,160    
Rear spoiler 160    
Universal garage door opener   56 56
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107
Bodyside moldings   149 149
Options (change) 2,150 480 480
Options (change) 1,900 312 312
Destination 675 795 795
Total Price $22,720 $31,270 $39,770
Total Invoice $21,085 $29,339 $37,462

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,675
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,557
Model Year200820152015
ModelOptimaWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine162hp 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)205/60-16235/45-17245/40-18
Total Price$22,720$31,270$39,770
Adjustments for Features0-2,875-4,500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,720$28,395$35,270
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,875
Total Invoice$21,085$29,339$37,462
Adjustments for Features0-2,697-4,239
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,085$26,642$33,223
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,581

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year200820152015
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
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100
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
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler  $500
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
HD radio $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
USB port $25$25
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 $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates$100 $100
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals $75$75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$1,775$4,650$6,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,875$4,500
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,697-4,239

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20082015
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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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%

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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