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Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $14,245

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $12,940

Lowest Total Invoice: $13,967

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $11,965

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelLancerRio
TrimRalliartLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,490 $13,400
Base Invoice $25,237 $13,145
Floor mats   95
Floor mats   72
Options (change) 0 95
Options (change) 0 72
Destination 695 750
Total Price $27,185 $14,245
Total Invoice $25,932 $13,967

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,365
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,693
Model Year20092012
ModelLancerRio
TrimRalliartLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine237hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionS6M6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG29/37 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)140, 6?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18185/65-15
Total Price$27,185$14,245
Adjustments for Features-6,5750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,610$14,245
Total Invoice$25,932$13,967
Adjustments for Features-6,2720
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,660$13,967

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20092012
ModelLancerRio
TrimRalliartLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100 
6-speed manual $150
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150 
Power front side windows$250 
Power locks$275 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key$250 
Remote keyless entry$225 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter$0 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential$275 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Hood scoop$100 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Satellite radio $200
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Outside temperature display$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$7,075$500
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,575$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,2720

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Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20092012
ModelLancerRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.7 in101.2 in
Length180.0 in171.9 in
Width69.4 in67.7 in
Height58.7 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,480 lb.2,403 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.3 gal.11.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.3 in52.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume11.6 ft313.7 ft3

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