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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: $21,100

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $1,880

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,910

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $2,084

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162012
ModelLancerLancerForte
TrimESGTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,595 $22,495 $17,600
Base Invoice $17,009 $21,745 $16,760
Sun and Sound Package 1,750    
Navigation system 1,800 1,800  
6-speed shiftable CVT 1,000 1,000  
Premium Package     950
Technology Package     1,800
Sun and Sound Package 1,558    
Navigation system 1,625 1,625  
6-speed shiftable CVT 967 967  
Premium Package     830
Technology Package     1,570
Options (change) 4,550 2,800 2,750
Options (change) 4,150 2,592 2,400
Destination 835 835 750
Total Price $22,980 $26,130 $21,100
Total Invoice $21,994 $25,172 $19,910

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,060
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,254
Model Year201620162012
ModelLancerLancerForte
TrimESGTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4168hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/31 MPG24/31 MPG26/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)710, 9710, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/45-18205/55-16
Total Price$22,980$26,130$21,100
Adjustments for Features0-2,175-180
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,980$23,955$20,920
Cost Above Minimum$0$975$0
Total Invoice$21,994$25,172$19,910
Adjustments for Features0-2,095-170
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,994$23,077$19,740
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,083$0

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201620162012
ModelLancerLancerForte
TrimESGTEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Ionizing air filtration  $50
Rain-sensing wipers $175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 $75
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 
Rear spoiler $200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
HD radio$50$50 
Surround sound$250$250 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$1,795$3,970$1,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,175$180
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,095-170

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See a complete comparison of Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20162012
ModelLancerForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in104.3 in
Length182.1 in178.3 in
Width69.4 in69.9 in
Height58.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,043 lb.2,769 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.5 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft314.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer ES

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250No
HD radio50No
Rockford Fosgate, 710W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested130067%
Total Not Requested65033%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
205/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested125076%
Total Not Requested40024%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Total Requested160097%
Total Not Requested503%

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