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Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,710

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $514

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,449

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $457

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020102017
ModelLancerLancerForte
TrimGTSEvolution MREX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,990 $38,990 $21,300
Base Invoice $18,092 $36,748 $20,130
Touring Package 1,500 2,000  
Sun and Sound Package 1,900    
Cargo mat 89 89 95
Floor mats     125
Rear spoiler     295
Touring Package 1,328 1,885  
Sun and Sound Package 1,682    
Cargo mat 59 59 78
Floor mats     102
Rear spoiler     244
Options (change) 3,489 2,089 515
Options (change) 3,069 1,944 424
Destination 745 745 895
Total Price $23,224 $41,824 $22,710
Total Invoice $21,906 $39,437 $21,449

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $794
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $721
Model Year201020102017
ModelLancerLancerForte
TrimGTSEvolution MREX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine168hp I4291hp I4164hp I4
TransmissionM5S6T6
DrivetrainFWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)710, 9710, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18245/40-18215/45-17
Total Price$23,224$41,824$22,710
Adjustments for Features0-3,925-280
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,224$37,899$22,430
Cost Above Minimum$0$14,675$0
Total Invoice$21,906$39,437$21,449
Adjustments for Features0-3,701-264
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,906$35,736$21,185
Cost Above Minimum$0$13,830$0

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201020102017
ModelLancerLancerForte
TrimGTSEvolution MREX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed automated manual $1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
FWD$0 $0
AWD $1700 
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist  $50
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Rearview camera  $200
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Rear air vents  $100
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500 
Adjustable center differential $275 
Limited-slip front differential $500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Hood scoop $100 
Sunroof$900$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
App support  $0
Apple CarPlay support  $100
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
USB port  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection  $25
Automatic headlights$125 $125
Automatic-off headlights $25 
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Power-folding mirrors  $50
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 $50
Metal pedals $75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$2,820$6,745$3,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,925$280
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,701-264

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Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102017
ModelLancerForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in106.3 in
Length180.0 in179.5 in
Width69.4 in70.1 in
Height58.7 in56.3 in
Curb Weight2,923 lb.2,909 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.3 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume11.6 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer GTS

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Total Requested120067%
Total Not Requested60033%
Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested45024%
Total Not Requested145076%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900No
Sound insulation, additional0No
Total Requested112556%
Total Not Requested90044%

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