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Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,490

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $16,604

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,495

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $15,400

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionForteForte
TrimEvolution IXEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $31,399 $15,995 $17,495
Base Invoice $29,593 $15,230 $16,660
Sun, Sound, and Leather Package 3,120    
Premium Package   800  
Leather seating surfaces   1,000 1,000
Sunroof     700
Sun, Sound, and Leather Package 2,727    
Premium Package   700  
Leather seating surfaces   870 870
Sunroof     610
Options (change) 3,120 1,800 1,700
Options (change) 2,727 1,570 1,480
Destination 575 695 695
Total Price $35,094 $18,490 $19,890
Total Invoice $32,895 $17,495 $18,835

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,379
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,252
Model Year200620102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionForteForte
TrimEvolution IXEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine286hp I4156hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6
DrivetrainAWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)315, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17205/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$35,094$18,490$19,890
Adjustments for Features-1,2250-800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,869$18,490$19,090
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$600
Total Invoice$32,895$17,495$18,835
Adjustments for Features-1,1480-758
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,747$17,495$18,077
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$582

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200620102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionForteForte
TrimEvolution IXEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
6-speed manual  $150
AWD$1700  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150
Proximity key  $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Front side airbags $350$350
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500  
Limited-slip rear differential$300  
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25
Tall rear wing-type spoiler$500  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Fog lights$125 $125
Trip computer  $150
Xenon HID headlights$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats $300$300
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional)$0  
Total Value of Features$3,975$2,750$3,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,225$0$800
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,1480-758

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Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062010
ModelLancer / EvolutionForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.4 in104.3 in
Length180.5 in178.3 in
Width66.8 in69.9 in
Height54.9 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,746 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.1 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.2 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.3 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.2 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom36.6 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume11.3 ft314.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Evolution IX

Sun, Sound, and Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Infinity, 315W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested192569%
Total Not Requested85031%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested105084%
Total Not Requested20016%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
205/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested125076%
Total Not Requested40024%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

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