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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: $23,980

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $565

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,710

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $190

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082015
ModelPT CruiserForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,515 $19,690
Base Invoice $21,899 $18,751
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Premium Package   2,700
UVO   600
Cargo net   50
Floor mats   115
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Premium Package   2,441
UVO   558
Cargo net   42
Floor mats   93
Options (change) 360 3,465
Options (change) 331 3,134
Destination 670 825
Total Price $24,545 $23,980
Total Invoice $22,900 $22,710

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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: $2,865
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,368
Model Year20082015
ModelPT CruiserForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Engine180hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG25/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/55-16
Total Price$24,545$23,980
Adjustments for Features0-2,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,545$21,680
Total Invoice$22,900$22,710
Adjustments for Features0-2,178
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,900$20,532

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082015
ModelPT CruiserForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated driver seat $150
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,600$4,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,178

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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 Year20082015
ModelPT CruiserForte
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.0 in106.3 in
Length168.9 in171.3 in
Width67.1 in70.1 in
Height65.2 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.3,045 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft356.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested250069%
Total Not Requested112531%
UVO
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested275100%

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