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Cadillac Escalade 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 Escalade vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,080 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $32,135 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,463 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $29,120 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Escalade | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Base | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $53,850 | $19,690 | $20,890 |
| Base Invoice | $49,811 | $18,751 | $19,707 |
| Select Edition | 3,490 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,100 | 1,900 | |
| Premium Package | 2,700 | 2,300 | |
| UVO | 600 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |
| Select Edition | 2,897 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,893 | 1,717 | |
| Premium Package | 2,441 | 2,079 | |
| UVO | 558 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | 93 | |
| Options (change) | 3,490 | 5,565 | 4,365 |
| Options (change) | 2,897 | 5,027 | 3,931 |
| Destination | 875 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $58,215 | $26,080 | $26,080 |
| Total Invoice | $53,583 | $24,603 | $24,463 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac Escalade vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $29,185 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,286 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Escalade | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Base | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 345hp V8 | 173hp I4 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 250, 9 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/70-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $58,215 | $26,080 | $26,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,900 | -950 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,315 | $25,130 | $26,080 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $950 |
| Total Invoice | $53,583 | $24,603 | $24,463 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,590 | -896 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $49,993 | $23,707 | $24,463 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $756 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac Escalade vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Escalade | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Base | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-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-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Engine-block heater | $35 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Transmission temperature gauge | $75 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Removable third row seats | $0 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,275 | $4,325 | $3,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,900 | $950 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,590 | -896 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac Escalade vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2006 | 2015 |
| Model | Escalade | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 198.9 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 74.2 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,538 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 65.2 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 61.4 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 65.1 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 61.3 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.6 in | 35.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 64.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 49.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 27.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.6 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac Escalade
| Select Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| 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 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1525 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 10% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | 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 |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3100 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 14% |
| UVO | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 9% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 91% |
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 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1525 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 10% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | 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 |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3100 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 7% |
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