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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: $24,250

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $10,844

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,897

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $9,998

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062016
ModelLancer / EvolutionForte
TrimEvolution IXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $31,399 $19,990
Base Invoice $29,593 $18,993
Sun, Sound, and Leather Package 3,120  
Premium Package   3,000
Floor mats   115
Rear spoiler   295
Sun, Sound, and Leather Package 2,727  
Premium Package   2,717
Floor mats   93
Rear spoiler   244
Options (change) 3,120 3,410
Options (change) 2,727 3,054
Destination 575 850
Total Price $35,094 $24,250
Total Invoice $32,895 $22,897

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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: $13,424
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,434
Model Year20062016
ModelLancer / EvolutionForte
TrimEvolution IXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine286hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM5T6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)315, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17215/45-17
Total Price$35,094$24,250
Adjustments for Features0-2,580
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,094$21,670
Total Invoice$32,895$22,897
Adjustments for Features0-2,436
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,895$20,461

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062016
ModelLancer / EvolutionForte
TrimEvolution IXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler$500 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Outside temperature display $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Trip computer $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,845$6,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,580
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,436

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Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062016
ModelLancer / EvolutionForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.4 in106.3 in
Length180.5 in179.5 in
Width66.8 in70.1 in
Height54.9 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,746 lb.2,960 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.3 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.2 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.6 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume11.3 ft314.9 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

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested180053%
Total Not Requested157547%

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