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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: $24,835

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,460

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,030

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,256

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920172017
ModelOptimaWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,690 $30,995 $39,995
Base Invoice $19,255 $29,154 $37,750
Premium Package 1,300    
Convenience Package 970    
Navigation system 1,200    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165
Universal garage door opener   85 85
Bodyside moldings   230 230
Premium Package 1,160    
Convenience Package 865    
Navigation system 1,075    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107
Universal garage door opener   56 56
Bodyside moldings   149 149
Options (change) 3,470 480 480
Options (change) 3,100 312 312
Destination 675 820 820
Total Price $24,835 $32,295 $41,295
Total Invoice $23,030 $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: $5,810
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,709
Model Year200920172017
ModelOptimaWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine175hp 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)215/50-17245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$24,835$32,295$41,295
Adjustments for Features0-1,650-4,210
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,835$30,645$37,085
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,440
Total Invoice$23,030$30,286$38,882
Adjustments for Features0-1,547-3,964
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,030$28,739$34,918
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,179

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year200920172017
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 
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
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation map updates, three years  $0
Navigation system$600 $600
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
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
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals $75$75
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$2,475$4,125$6,685
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,650$4,210
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,547-3,964

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20092017
ModelOptimaWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in104.3 in
Length189.0 in180.9 in
Width71.1 in70.7 in
Height58.3 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,158 lb.3,268 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 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 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 WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX STI Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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