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

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Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,545

Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution ES   
Difference: $2,490

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,562

Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution ES   
Difference: $1,998

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082007
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionOptima
TrimESGTSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,090 $17,590 $19,395
Base Invoice $15,329 $16,758 $18,045
Sun and Sound Package 1,500 1,500  
Fog lights 280    
Rear spoiler     200
Sunroof     800
Sun and Sound Package 1,328 1,328  
Fog lights 230    
Rear spoiler     160
Sunroof     715
Options (change) 1,780 1,500 1,000
Options (change) 1,558 1,328 875
Destination 675 675 640
Total Price $18,545 $19,765 $21,035
Total Invoice $17,562 $18,761 $19,560

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution ES
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $610
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $250
Model Year200820082007
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionOptima
TrimESGTSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine152hp I4152hp I4161hp I4
TransmissionM5M5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)650, 9650, 9360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/45-18205/60-16
Total Price$18,545$19,765$21,035
Adjustments for Features0-650-1,880
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,545$19,115$19,155
Cost Above Minimum$0$570$0
Total Invoice$17,562$18,761$19,560
Adjustments for Features0-617-1,748
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,562$18,144$17,812
Cost Above Minimum$0$582$0

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Optima

Model Year200820082007
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionOptima
TrimESGTSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Antilock brakes (ABS)$400$400 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Exterior 
Body kit $0 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100 
Cassette player  $50
Satellite radio$200$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Heated mirrors  $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$1,020$1,670$2,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$650$1,880
Value of Feature Adjustments0-617-1,748

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See a complete comparison of Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Optima features.

Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20082007
ModelLancer / EvolutionOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in107.1 in
Length180.0 in186.4 in
Width69.4 in71.1 in
Height58.7 in58.3 in
Curb Weight2,923 lb.3,143 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.3 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume11.6 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution ES

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200No
Rockford Fosgate, 650W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution GTS

Sun and Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200No
Rockford Fosgate, 650W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Aux input50No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%

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