Kia Rio Kia Rio 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Mitsubishi Lancer 2012

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

Join Us

Kia Rio vs. Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Rio vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,760

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,820

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,912

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,850

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920122012201220122012
ModelRioLancerLancerLancerLancerLancer
TrimSXESGTRalliartEvolution GSREvolution MR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,025 $16,995 $19,845 $27,995 $34,495 $37,695
Base Invoice $13,305 $16,277 $19,007 $26,813 $33,039 $36,105
Power Package 600          
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400          
Floor mats 85          
Wheel Package   500        
Rear spoiler   290        
Power Package 535          
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357          
Floor mats 65          
Wheel Package   445        
Rear spoiler   245        
Options (change) 1,085 790 0 0 0 0
Options (change) 957 690 0 0 0 0
Destination 650 795 795 795 795 795
Total Price $15,760 $18,580 $20,640 $28,790 $35,290 $38,490
Total Invoice $14,912 $17,762 $19,802 $27,608 $33,834 $36,900

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 Rio dealer quotes or Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Rio vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,395
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,444
Model Year200920122012201220122012
ModelRioLancerLancerLancerLancerLancer
TrimSXESGTRalliartEvolution GSREvolution MR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4148hp I4168hp I4237hp I4291hp I4291hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5S6M5S6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6140, 4140, 6140, 6140, 6140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/60-16215/45-18215/45-18245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$15,760$18,580$20,640$28,790$35,290$38,490
Adjustments for Features0-425-1,300-5,650-4,150-5,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$15,760$18,155$19,340$23,140$31,140$32,840
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,185$4,985$12,985$14,685
Total Invoice$14,912$17,762$19,802$27,608$33,834$36,900
Adjustments for Features0-406-1,247-5,418-3,979-5,417
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$14,912$17,356$18,555$22,190$29,855$31,483
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,199$4,834$12,499$14,127

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Model Year200920122012201220122012
ModelRioLancerLancerLancerLancerLancer
TrimSXESGTRalliartEvolution GSREvolution MR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0 $0 
6-speed automated manual   $1100 $1100
FWD$0$0$0   
AWD   $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150$150$150$150
Proximity key  $250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0  
Brake assist $50$50$50$50$50
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75$75
Stability control $400$400$400$400$400
Traction control $100$100$100$100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200$200$200$200
Interior air filter $0$0$0$0$0
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential    $500$500
Adjustable center differential   $275$275$275
Limited-slip front differential   $500$500$500
Limited-slip rear differential   $300  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0$0
Bodyside moldings$75     
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25$25$25
Hood scoop   $100$100$100
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200 $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler    $500 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100$100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50$50$50
Satellite radio$200  $200  
USB port  $25$25$25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 $125$125$125$125
Heated mirrors$25     
Outside temperature display $50$50$50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50$50$50
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150$150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50     
Metal pedals$75  $75$75$75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0$0
Transmission 
Launch control     $100
Short-throw shifter (optional)    $0 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100 $100
Total Value of Features$1,250$1,675$2,550$6,900$5,400$6,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$425$1,300$5,650$4,150$5,650
Value of Feature Adjustments0-406-1,247-5,418-3,979-5,417

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mitsubishi Lancer

Model Year20092012
ModelRioLancer
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in103.7 in
Length166.9 in180.0 in
Width66.7 in69.4 in
Height57.9 in58.7 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,933 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.15.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in54.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft311.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested100063%
Total Not Requested57537%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer ES

Wheel Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Touring suspension (upgrade)250No
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%

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 Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.