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Cadillac CTS 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.
Cadillac CTS vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,415 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $19,960 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,720 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $19,182 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | CTS | Forte |
| Trim | Performance 3.0 | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | CTS-V | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $39,945 | $40,445 | $46,500 | $62,360 | $21,600 |
| Base Invoice | $37,748 | $38,305 | $44,027 | $58,306 | $20,410 |
| Performance Luxury Package | 3,900 | 3,305 | |||
| Navigation System | 3,145 | 2,145 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,150 | 1,150 | 1,150 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,900 | ||||
| Cargo net | 50 | ||||
| Floor mats | 125 | ||||
| Remote start | 495 | ||||
| Performance Luxury Package | 3,432 | 2,908 | |||
| Navigation System | 2,768 | 1,888 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,012 | 1,012 | 1,012 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,570 | ||||
| Cargo net | 42 | ||||
| Floor mats | 102 | ||||
| Remote start | 410 | ||||
| Options (change) | 8,195 | 6,600 | 0 | 1,150 | 4,920 |
| Options (change) | 7,212 | 5,808 | 0 | 1,012 | 4,415 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $49,015 | $47,920 | $47,375 | $65,685 | $27,415 |
| Total Invoice | $45,835 | $44,988 | $44,902 | $61,493 | $25,720 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,945 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,168 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | CTS | Forte |
| Trim | Performance 3.0 | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | CTS-V | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 270hp V6 | 304hp V6 | 304hp V6 | 556hp V8 | 164hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 235/50-18 | 235/50-18 | 255/40-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $49,015 | $47,920 | $47,375 | $65,685 | $27,415 |
| Adjustments for Features | -965 | -15 | -15 | -240 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,050 | $47,905 | $47,360 | $65,445 | $27,415 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $690 | $545 | $0 | $18,085 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $45,835 | $44,988 | $44,902 | $61,493 | $25,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | -902 | -14 | -14 | -225 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,933 | $44,974 | $44,888 | $61,268 | $25,720 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $45 | $86 | $0 | $16,380 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | CTS | Forte |
| Trim | Performance 3.0 | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | CTS-V | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||||
| App support | $0 | ||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Approach detection | $25 | ||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,415 | $5,465 | $5,465 | $5,690 | $5,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $965 | $15 | $15 | $240 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -902 | -14 | -14 | -225 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | CTS | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 72.5 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,848 lb. | 2,909 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.6 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS Performance 3.0
| Performance Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 54% |
| Navigation System | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 615 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS Performance 3.6
| Performance Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 50% |
| Navigation System | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 3375 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 25% |
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