Chrysler 300 Chrysler 300 2012 Kia Forte Kia Forte 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chrysler 300 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.

Chrysler 300 vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,890

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $8,995

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,223

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $9,053

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012201220122016
Model300300300300300Forte
TrimLimited300S V6300C300S V8SRT8EX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,670 $33,670 $38,670 $39,670 $47,670 $19,990
Base Invoice $31,312 $32,232 $36,832 $37,752 $46,062 $18,993
Uconnect Touch 8.4N 795 795        
Panoramic sunroof 1,495 1,495 1,495 1,495 1,495  
Leather seating surfaces   1,395        
Premium Plus Package           2,000
Premium Package           3,000
Cargo net           50
Cargo mat           95
Floor mats           115
Remote start           495
Rear spoiler           295
Uconnect Touch 8.4N 708 708        
Panoramic sunroof 1,331 1,331 1,331 1,331 1,331  
Leather seating surfaces   1,242        
Premium Plus Package           1,796
Premium Package           2,717
Cargo net           42
Cargo mat           78
Floor mats           93
Remote start           410
Rear spoiler           244
Options (change) 2,290 3,685 1,495 1,495 1,495 6,050
Options (change) 2,039 3,281 1,331 1,331 1,331 5,380
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 850
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 1,000 0
Total Price $35,885 $38,280 $41,090 $42,090 $51,090 $26,890
Total Invoice $34,276 $36,438 $39,088 $40,008 $49,318 $25,223

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chrysler 300 dealer quotes or Kia Forte dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,595
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,664
Model Year201220122012201220122016
Model300300300300300Forte
TrimLimited300S V6300C300S V8SRT8EX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine292hp V6292hp V6363hp V8363hp V8470hp V8173hp I4
TransmissionA8T8T5T5T5T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)276, 6552, 11276, 6552, 11276, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/60-18245/45-20225/60-18245/45-20245/45-20215/45-17
Total Price$35,885$38,280$41,090$42,090$51,090$26,890
Adjustments for Features-8000-3,015-2,565-4,890-400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,085$38,280$38,075$39,525$46,200$26,490
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,195$2,990$4,440$11,115$0
Total Invoice$34,276$36,438$39,088$40,008$49,318$25,223
Adjustments for Features-7640-2,868-2,438-4,720-375
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,512$36,438$36,220$37,570$44,598$24,848
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,926$2,708$4,058$11,086$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201220122012201220122016
Model300300300300300Forte
TrimLimited300S V6300C300S V8SRT8EX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed automatic$1200     
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300    
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000$1000$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1100
RWD$0$0$0$0$0 
FWD     $0
Accessories 
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row  $75$75$75 
Heated steering wheel  $100$100$100$100
Power-adjustable pedals  $125$125$125 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15$15 
Sunshade, rear, power  $225$225$225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350$350$350 
Universal garage door opener  $100$100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist     $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0$0 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Obstacle detection, front    $150 
Obstacle detection, rear    $250 
Rearview camera$200 $200$200$200$200
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150$150  
Vehicle health reports     $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment     $50
Cargo mat  $40$40$40$40
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers  $175$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75   $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential    $300 
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter    $0 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200$200$200 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler    $200$200
Sunroof     $900
Infotainment 
App support     $0
HD radio     $50
Satellite radio     $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250$250 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25$25 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25$25 
Traffic information     $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25$25$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200$200$200 
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25$25 
Performance meter    $150 
Power-folding mirrors     $50
Steering-linked headlights    $150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors     $25
Xenon HID headlights    $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber trim    $200 
Cooled or ventilated driver seat     $150
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300$300$300 
Door sill trim plates  $100$100$100 
Heated second row seats  $200$200$200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150$150$150
Memory system, driver seat  $200$200$200$200
Metal pedals    $75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 $150$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 $100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 $100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat     $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 $100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 $100$100$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)     $0
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces    $0 
Wood trim  $300   
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500 
Alloy wheels     $350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600 $600   
Electronic systems calibration selector     $200
Performance steering system (optional) $0 $0$0 
Polished alloy wheels $350 $350$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 $0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 $100$100 
Total Value of Features$5,140$4,340$7,355$6,905$9,230$4,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$800$0$3,015$2,565$4,890$400
Value of Feature Adjustments-7640-2,868-2,438-4,720-375

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122016
Model300Forte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase120.2 in106.3 in
Length198.6 in179.5 in
Width75.0 in70.1 in
Height58.4 in56.5 in
Curb Weight4,000 lb.2,960 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.1 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.5 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.9 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.7 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom40.1 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft314.9 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 Limited

Uconnect Touch 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%

Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 300S V6

Uconnect Touch 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Rear air vents100Yes
LED tail lights0No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested1525100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
App support0No
Voice control for external devices0Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Vehicle health reports0No
Total Requested327597%
Total Not Requested1003%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Chrysler models.