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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,780

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,765

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,687

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,213

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082010
ModelPT CruiserForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,515 $15,995
Base Invoice $21,899 $15,230
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   180
Premium Package   800
Leather seating surfaces   1,000
Cargo net   40
Universal garage door opener   70
4-speed automatic   1,000
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   145
Premium Package   700
Leather seating surfaces   870
Cargo net   32
Universal garage door opener   55
4-speed automatic   960
Options (change) 360 3,090
Options (change) 331 2,762
Destination 670 695
Total Price $24,545 $19,780
Total Invoice $22,900 $18,687

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,885
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,392
Model Year20082010
ModelPT CruiserForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Engine180hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionA4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG25/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/55-16
Total Price$24,545$19,780
Adjustments for Features-8800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,665$19,780
Total Invoice$22,900$18,687
Adjustments for Features-8210
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,079$18,687

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082010
ModelPT CruiserForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Fog lights$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Outside temperature display$50 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,425$2,545
Value of Feature Adjustments$880$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-8210

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082010
ModelPT CruiserForte
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.0 in104.3 in
Length168.9 in178.3 in
Width67.1 in69.9 in
Height65.2 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.2,740 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft314.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft314.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
205/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested125076%
Total Not Requested40024%

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