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Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,720

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,950

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,085

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $8,623

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162008
ModelWRXWRXOptima
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,395 $39,995 $19,895
Base Invoice $28,601 $37,750 $18,510
Bodyside moldings 230 230  
Universal garage door opener 85 85  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165  
Stability control     650
Premium Package     1,300
Rear spoiler     200
Bodyside moldings 149 149  
Universal garage door opener 56 56  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107  
Stability control     580
Premium Package     1,160
Rear spoiler     160
Options (change) 480 480 2,150
Options (change) 312 312 1,900
Destination 795 795 675
Total Price $31,670 $41,270 $22,720
Total Invoice $29,708 $38,857 $21,085

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,275
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,114
Model Year201620162008
ModelWRXWRXOptima
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp H4305hp H4162hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T5
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6440, 9360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18205/60-16
Total Price$31,670$41,270$22,720
Adjustments for Features-2,675-5,3100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,995$35,960$22,720
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,965$0
Total Invoice$29,708$38,857$21,085
Adjustments for Features-2,509-5,0000
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,199$33,857$21,085
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,658$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima

Model Year201620162008
ModelWRXWRXOptima
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
PIN Code Access $10 
Proximity key $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275 
Limited-slip front differential $500 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Front splitter spoiler$200$200 
Hood scoop$100$100 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
HD radio$50$50 
Navigation map updates, three years $0 
Navigation system $600 
Satellite radio$200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25 
Traffic information $25 
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for nav and audio $100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75$75 
Compass$0$0 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Heated front seats$200$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals$75$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$4,250$6,885$1,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,675$5,310$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,509-5,0000

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See a complete comparison of Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20162008
ModelWRXOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in107.1 in
Length180.9 in186.4 in
Width70.7 in71.1 in
Height58.1 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.3,143 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft314.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%

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