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Nissan Altima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Altima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,810

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $4,934

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,070

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $5,174

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelAltimaLancer / Evolution
Trim3.5 SREvolution GSR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,570 $32,990
Base Invoice $23,697 $31,093
Sport Package 2,370  
Floor mats 180  
Technology Package 1,780  
Premium Package 2,130  
Sight, Sound, and Spoiler Pkg.   2,000
Navigation system   1,999
Cargo mat   80
Sport Package 2,056  
Floor mats 146  
Technology Package 1,543  
Premium Package 1,848  
Sight, Sound, and Spoiler Pkg.   1,750
Navigation system   1,675
Cargo mat   51
Options (change) 6,460 4,079
Options (change) 5,593 3,476
Destination 780 675
Total Price $32,810 $37,744
Total Invoice $30,070 $35,244

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Altima 3.5 SR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,754
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,842
Model Year20122008
ModelAltimaLancer / Evolution
Trim3.5 SREvolution GSR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine270hp V6291hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6M5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG16/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9650, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17245/40-18
Total Price$32,810$37,744
Adjustments for Features-1,8200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,990$37,744
Total Invoice$30,070$35,244
Adjustments for Features-1,6680
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,402$35,244

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Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Model Year20122008
ModelAltimaLancer / Evolution
Trim3.5 SREvolution GSR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents$100 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Adjustable center differential $275
Limited-slip front differential $500
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Hood scoop $100
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
DVD-compatible player$0 
Traffic + travel information$25 
USB port$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$5,740$3,920
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,820$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,6680

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution

Model Year20122008
ModelAltimaLancer / Evolution
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in103.7 in
Length190.7 in180.0 in
Width70.7 in69.4 in
Height57.9 in58.7 in
Curb Weight3,357 lb.3,517 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.15.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in54.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.5 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume15.3 ft311.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Sunroof900No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Total Requested102550%
Total Not Requested102550%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
A/V input jacks25No
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested61578%
Total Not Requested17522%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Rear air vents100No
Heated front seats200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Compass0No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Leather seating surfaces900No
Rearview camera200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
USB port25No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested25010%
Total Not Requested222590%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution Evolution GSR

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested615100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sight, Sound, and Spoiler Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Wheel locks25No
Rockford Fosgate, 650W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tall rear wing-type spoiler300No
Total Requested95052%
Total Not Requested87548%

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