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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: $10,507

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,085

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $9,983

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820182018
ModelOptimaWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $31,595 $40,895
Base Invoice $18,510 $29,708 $38,587
Stability control 650    
Premium Package 1,300    
Rear spoiler 200    
Universal garage door opener   111 111
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   233 233
Door sill trim plates   161  
Bodyside moldings   267 267
Stability control 580    
Premium Package 1,160    
Rear spoiler 160    
Universal garage door opener   72 72
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   151 151
Door sill trim plates   104  
Bodyside moldings   173 173
Options (change) 2,150 772 611
Options (change) 1,900 500 396
Destination 675 860 860
Total Price $22,720 $33,227 $42,366
Total Invoice $21,085 $31,068 $39,843

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,172
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,865
Model Year200820182018
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)205/60-16245/40-18235/35-19
Total Price$22,720$33,227$42,366
Adjustments for Features0-3,335-5,310
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,720$29,892$37,056
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,164
Total Invoice$21,085$31,068$39,843
Adjustments for Features0-3,118-4,994
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,085$27,950$34,849
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,899

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year200820182018
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$10
Proximity key $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor $50$50
Torque vectoring, brake-based $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
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
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
USB port $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
Fog lights$125$125 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750
Steering-linked headlights $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals $75$75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Wheels, dark finish $0$0
Total Value of Features$1,650$4,985$6,960
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,335$5,310
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,118-4,994

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20082018
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.3,277 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

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90060%
Total Not Requested60040%

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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