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Audi A3 / S3 vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Audi A3 / S3 vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,180 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $15,215 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,822 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $13,954 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | Forte |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,900 | $34,200 | $42,500 | $18,895 |
| Base Invoice | $28,738 | $31,806 | $39,527 | $18,000 |
| Technology Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | 2,600 | 1,800 |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Cargo net | 150 | 150 | 150 | 40 |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | 250 | ||
| Metal pedals | 195 | 195 | ||
| Sunroof | 750 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | 2,418 | 1,570 |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,512 | 2,512 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 536 | |
| Cargo net | 139 | 139 | 139 | 32 |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 233 | 233 | ||
| Metal pedals | 181 | 181 | ||
| Sunroof | 655 | |||
| Leather Package | 870 | |||
| Options (change) | 6,570 | 6,570 | 3,325 | 3,590 |
| Options (change) | 6,113 | 6,113 | 3,093 | 3,127 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 695 |
| Total Price | $38,395 | $41,695 | $46,750 | $23,180 |
| Total Invoice | $35,776 | $38,844 | $43,545 | $21,822 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,700 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,679 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | Forte |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 220hp I4 | 292hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | S6 | S6 | S6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $38,395 | $41,695 | $46,750 | $23,180 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,515 | -5,215 | -6,590 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,880 | $36,480 | $40,160 | $23,180 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,600 | $5,280 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,776 | $38,844 | $43,545 | $21,822 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,275 | -4,858 | -6,138 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,501 | $33,986 | $37,407 | $21,822 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,485 | $4,906 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | A3 / S3 | Forte |
| Trim | A3 1.8 TFSI | A3 2.0 TFSI | S3 | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,140 | $7,840 | $9,215 | $2,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,515 | $5,215 | $6,590 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,275 | -4,858 | -6,138 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A3 / S3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | A3 / S3 | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,176 lb. | 2,708 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.5 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 1.8 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 A3 2.0 TFSI
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 / S3 S3
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
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