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Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,720

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,844

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,085

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $4,792

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelEclipseOptima
TrimGTEX
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,699 $19,895
Base Invoice $22,411 $18,510
Premium Sport Package 3,270  
Stability control   650
Premium Package   1,300
Rear spoiler   200
Premium Sport Package 2,871  
Stability control   580
Premium Package   1,160
Rear spoiler   160
Options (change) 3,270 2,150
Options (change) 2,871 1,900
Destination 595 675
Total Price $27,564 $22,720
Total Invoice $25,877 $21,085

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,869
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,671
Model Year20062008
ModelEclipseOptima
TrimGTEX
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine263hp V6162hp I4
TransmissionM6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)650, 9360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18205/60-16
Total Price$27,564$22,720
Adjustments for Features0-2,025
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,564$20,695
Total Invoice$25,877$21,085
Adjustments for Features0-1,879
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,877$19,206

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20062008
ModelEclipseOptima
TrimGTEX
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass$0 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$800$2,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,025
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,879

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See a complete comparison of Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Kia Optima features.

Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20062008
ModelEclipseOptima
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.4 in107.1 in
Length179.7 in186.4 in
Width72.2 in71.1 in
Height53.5 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,275 lb.3,143 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.2 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom34.6 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.2 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room44.4 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom29.2 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume15.7 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Eclipse GT

Premium Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Metal pedals75No
235/45VR18 tires400No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 650W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested275073%
Total Not Requested102527%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400No
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50No
Total Requested50053%
Total Not Requested45047%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115077%
Total Not Requested35023%

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