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Cadillac STS 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 STS vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,170 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $29,815 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,491 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $26,811 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | STS | STS | STS | Forte |
| Trim | V6 | V8 | STS-V | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $46,410 | $55,910 | $80,160 | $19,390 |
| Base Invoice | $43,393 | $52,276 | $73,448 | $18,432 |
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SC | 8,600 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Premium Luxury Collection | 4,155 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |||
| UVO Package | 900 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,400 | |||
| Cargo net | 50 | |||
| Floor mats | 115 | |||
| Remote start | 495 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 295 | |||
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SC | 7,138 | |||
| Sunroof | 996 | 996 | ||
| Premium Luxury Collection | 3,449 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,441 | |||
| UVO Package | 837 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,167 | |||
| Cargo net | 42 | |||
| Floor mats | 93 | |||
| Remote start | 410 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 244 | |||
| Options (change) | 9,800 | 4,155 | 1,200 | 6,955 |
| Options (change) | 8,134 | 3,449 | 996 | 6,234 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 2,100 | 0 |
| Total Price | $56,985 | $60,840 | $84,235 | $27,170 |
| Total Invoice | $52,302 | $56,500 | $77,319 | $25,491 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $27,340 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,539 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | STS | STS | STS | Forte |
| Trim | V6 | V8 | STS-V | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 320hp V8 | 469hp V8 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 15 | 300, 15 | 300, 15 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 235/50-17 | 255/45-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $56,985 | $60,840 | $84,235 | $27,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,475 | -1,825 | -4,340 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,510 | $59,015 | $79,895 | $27,170 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,505 | $25,385 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $52,302 | $56,500 | $77,319 | $25,491 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,272 | -1,695 | -3,984 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $50,030 | $54,805 | $73,335 | $25,491 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,775 | $23,305 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | STS | STS | STS | Forte |
| Trim | V6 | V8 | STS-V | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,175 | $5,525 | $8,040 | $3,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,475 | $1,825 | $4,340 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,272 | -1,695 | -3,984 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | STS | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 116.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 196.7 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,974 lb. | 2,960 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.6 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.6 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.3 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac STS V6
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | 200 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| 235/50WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| 255/45WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Additional engine cooling | 0 | No |
| Power steering cooler | 0 | No |
| Performance steering system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2240 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 3725 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac STS V8
| Premium Luxury Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Termporary spare tire | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3600 | 99% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 1% |
| UVO Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 100% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 4% |
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