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BMW i3 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.
BMW i3 vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,215 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $14,430 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,800 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $13,280 | |||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | i3 | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Base | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $44,450 | $19,700 | $20,900 |
| Base Invoice | $42,020 | $18,759 | $19,717 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,000 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,600 | 2,200 | |
| Technology Package | 2,000 | 1,800 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | ||
| Sunroof | 920 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,348 | 1,986 | |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | 1,624 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | 93 | |
| Options (change) | 1,700 | 4,715 | 4,115 |
| Options (change) | 1,565 | 4,241 | 3,703 |
| Destination | 995 | 800 | 800 |
| Gas Tax | -7,500 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $39,645 | $25,215 | $25,815 |
| Total Invoice | $37,080 | $23,800 | $24,220 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,005 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,825 | |||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | i3 | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Base | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 168hp E | 173hp I4 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | A1 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 4 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 155/70-19 | 205/55-16 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $39,645 | $25,215 | $25,815 |
| Adjustments for Features | -300 | -875 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,345 | $24,340 | $25,815 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,475 |
| Total Invoice | $37,080 | $23,800 | $24,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | -281 | -826 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,799 | $22,974 | $24,220 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,246 |
Features Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2017 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | i3 | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Base | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Heat pump | $250 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| 33 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||
| 7.2 kW onboard charger | $500 | ||
| DC quick-charging capability | $750 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Carbon fiber body structure | $0 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,950 | $5,525 | $4,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $300 | $875 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -281 | -826 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2017 | 2014 |
| Model | i3 | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 157.4 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 62.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,962 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 50.4 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2.8 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.8 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 2025 | 56% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| LED tail lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 19% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 2000 | 60% |
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