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

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Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,760

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,285

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,912

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,322

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008200820082009
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRio
TrimESGTSEvolution GSREvolution MRSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,090 $17,590 $32,990 $38,290 $14,025
Base Invoice $15,329 $16,758 $31,093 $36,089 $13,305
Fog lights 280        
Power Package         600
Antilock brakes (ABS)         400
Floor mats         85
Fog lights 230        
Power Package         535
Antilock brakes (ABS)         357
Floor mats         65
Options (change) 280 0 0 0 1,085
Options (change) 230 0 0 0 957
Destination 675 675 675 675 650
Total Price $17,045 $18,265 $33,665 $38,965 $15,760
Total Invoice $16,234 $17,433 $31,768 $36,764 $14,912

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,535
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,559
Model Year20082008200820082009
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRio
TrimESGTSEvolution GSREvolution MRSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine152hp I4152hp I4291hp I4291hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5S6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 4140, 6140, 6140, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/45-18245/40-18245/40-18195/55-15
Total Price$17,045$18,265$33,665$38,965$15,760
Adjustments for Features0-650-4,025-6,600-250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,045$17,615$29,640$32,365$15,510
Cost Above Minimum$0$570$12,595$15,320$0
Total Invoice$16,234$17,433$31,768$36,764$14,912
Adjustments for Features0-620-3,798-6,227-237
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,234$16,813$27,970$30,537$14,675
Cost Above Minimum$0$579$11,736$14,303$0

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20082008200820082009
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRio
TrimESGTSEvolution GSREvolution MRSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0 $0
6-speed automated manual   $1100 
FWD$0$0  $0
AWD  $1700$1700 
Accessories 
Cruise control$150$150$150$150 
Proximity key   $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75 
Stability control  $400$400 
Traction control  $100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200 
Interior air filter$0$0$0$0 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential  $500$500 
Adjustable center differential  $275$275 
Limited-slip front differential  $500$500 
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0 
Bodyside moldings    $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Hood scoop  $100$100 
Rear spoiler $200$200 $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler   $500 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 $125$125
Aux input    $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100 $100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50$50 
Satellite radio    $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors    $25
Outside temperature display$50$50$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights   $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50$50 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50  $50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat    $50
Metal pedals  $75$75$75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0   
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0    
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100 
Short-throw shifter (optional)  $0  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100 
Total Value of Features$750$1,400$4,775$7,350$1,000
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$650$4,025$6,600$250
Value of Feature Adjustments0-620-3,798-6,227-237

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Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20082009
ModelLancer / EvolutionRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in98.4 in
Length180.0 in166.9 in
Width69.4 in66.7 in
Height58.7 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,923 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.3 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume11.6 ft311.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Antilock brakes (ABS)
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested100063%
Total Not Requested57537%

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