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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: $24,835

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,460

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,030

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $7,256

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720172009
ModelWRXWRXOptima
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,995 $39,995 $20,690
Base Invoice $29,154 $37,750 $19,255
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165  
Bodyside moldings 230 230  
Universal garage door opener 85 85  
Premium Package     1,300
Convenience Package     970
Navigation system     1,200
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107  
Bodyside moldings 149 149  
Universal garage door opener 56 56  
Premium Package     1,160
Convenience Package     865
Navigation system     1,075
Options (change) 480 480 3,470
Options (change) 312 312 3,100
Destination 820 820 675
Total Price $32,295 $41,295 $24,835
Total Invoice $30,286 $38,882 $23,030

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,810
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,709
Model Year201720172009
ModelWRXWRXOptima
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp H4305hp H4175hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T5
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6440, 9360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18215/50-17
Total Price$32,295$41,295$24,835
Adjustments for Features-1,650-4,2100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,645$37,085$24,835
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,440$0
Total Invoice$30,286$38,882$23,030
Adjustments for Features-1,547-3,9640
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,739$34,918$23,030
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,179$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima

Model Year201720172009
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 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Proximity key $250 
Sunshade, rear  $125
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 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
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 
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD player  $125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Navigation map updates, three years $0 
Navigation system $600$600
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25  
Voice control for nav and audio $100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75$75 
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
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals$75$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$4,125$6,685$2,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,650$4,210$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,547-3,9640

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20172009
ModelWRXOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in107.1 in
Length180.9 in189.0 in
Width70.7 in71.1 in
Height58.1 in58.3 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.3,158 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.4 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 ft315.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Sunshade, rear125No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested20019%
Total Not Requested85081%

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