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Chevrolet Sonic vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Sonic vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,880

Chevrolet Sonic RS   
Difference: $2,915

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,794

Chevrolet Sonic RS   
Difference: $2,555

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162016
ModelSonicSonicForte
TrimLTZRSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,780 $20,095 $19,990
Base Invoice $18,791 $19,090 $18,993
Dusk Package 1,715    
Cargo net 60 60 50
Sunroof 850 850  
Premium Package     3,000
Floor mats     115
Remote start     495
Rear spoiler     295
Dusk Package 1,561    
Cargo net 55 55 42
Sunroof 774 774  
Premium Package     2,717
Floor mats     93
Remote start     410
Rear spoiler     244
Options (change) 2,625 910 3,955
Options (change) 2,390 829 3,506
Destination 875 875 850
Total Price $23,280 $21,880 $24,795
Total Invoice $22,056 $20,794 $23,349

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic RS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $860
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $620
Model Year201620162016
ModelSonicSonicForte
TrimLTZRSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4138hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionT6M6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18205/50-17215/45-17
Total Price$23,280$21,880$24,795
Adjustments for Features-1,0250-2,055
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,255$21,880$22,740
Cost Above Minimum$375$0$0
Total Invoice$22,056$20,794$23,349
Adjustments for Features-9710-1,935
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,085$20,794$21,414
Cost Above Minimum$291$0$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201620162016
ModelSonicSonicForte
TrimLTZRSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100
6-speed manual $150 
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250
Remote app$25$25 
Remote start$150 $150
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75 
Rear side airbags$300$300 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0 
CD player  $125
HD radio  $50
MP3-compatible player  $50
Navigation system  $600
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
Traffic information  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Compass$0$0 
Digital instruments$0$0 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Power-folding mirrors  $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Metal pedals $75 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)  $0
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,220$1,195$3,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,025$0$2,055
Value of Feature Adjustments-9710-1,935

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20162016
ModelSonicForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase99.4 in106.3 in
Length173.1 in179.5 in
Width68.3 in70.1 in
Height59.7 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,734 lb.2,960 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.4 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.4 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LTZ

Dusk Package
FeatureValueRequested?
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Body kit0No
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Special exterior trim0No
215/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested107573%
Total Not Requested40027%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0Yes
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested202560%
Total Not Requested135040%

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