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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: $15,685

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,610

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,757

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,664

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082008200820102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRioRio
TrimESGTSEvolution GSREvolution MRLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,090 $17,590 $32,990 $38,290 $13,795 $14,895
Base Invoice $15,329 $16,758 $31,093 $36,089 $13,330 $13,990
Bluetooth cell phone link 250          
Fog lights 280          
Value Package         600  
195/55HR15         285  
Floor mats         95 95
Rear spoiler         300  
Bluetooth cell phone link 187          
Fog lights 230          
Value Package         535  
195/55HR15         250  
Floor mats         72 72
Rear spoiler         250  
Options (change) 530 0 0 0 1,280 95
Options (change) 417 0 0 0 1,107 72
Destination 675 675 675 675 695 695
Total Price $17,295 $18,265 $33,665 $38,965 $15,770 $15,685
Total Invoice $16,421 $17,433 $31,768 $36,764 $15,132 $14,757

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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: $2,135
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,158
Model Year200820082008200820102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRioRio
TrimESGTSEvolution GSREvolution MRLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine152hp I4152hp I4291hp I4291hp I4110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5S6M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 4140, 6140, 6140, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16215/45-18245/40-18245/40-18195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$17,295$18,265$33,665$38,965$15,770$15,685
Adjustments for Features0-550-3,925-6,500-150-525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,295$17,715$29,740$32,465$15,620$15,160
Cost Above Minimum$0$420$12,445$15,170$460$0
Total Invoice$16,421$17,433$31,768$36,764$15,132$14,757
Adjustments for Features0-525-3,704-6,133-144-494
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,421$16,908$28,064$30,631$14,988$14,263
Cost Above Minimum$0$487$11,643$14,210$725$0

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio

Model Year200820082008200820102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRioRio
TrimESGTSEvolution GSREvolution MRLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0 $0$0
6-speed automated manual   $1100  
FWD$0$0  $0$0
AWD  $1700$1700  
Accessories 
Proximity key   $250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  $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$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 $25
Hood scoop  $100$100  
Rear spoiler $200$200 $200$200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler   $500  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 $125$125$125
Aux input    $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 $100$100$100
Satellite radio    $200$200
USB port    $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125$125$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors    $25$25
Outside temperature display$50$50$50$50  
Trip computer$150$150$150$150  
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$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat    $50$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$1,300$4,675$7,250$900$1,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$550$3,925$6,500$150$525
Value of Feature Adjustments0-525-3,704-6,133-144-494

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Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20082010
ModelLancer / EvolutionRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in98.4 in
Length180.0 in167.3 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 LX

195/55HR15 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
195/55HR15 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested135078%
Total Not Requested37522%

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