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Ford Explorer 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.
Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $18,740 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $10,215 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $17,695 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $9,494 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,370 | $28,370 | $31,115 | $15,995 | $17,495 |
| Base Invoice | $24,030 | $26,790 | $29,361 | $15,230 | $16,660 |
| Convenience Group | 250 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | 195 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 695 | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 850 | 700 | |
| Heated front seats | 300 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | 180 | |||
| Premium Package | 800 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 70 | 70 | |||
| Convenience Group | 213 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | 166 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 591 | 870 | 870 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 723 | 610 | |
| Heated front seats | 255 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | 145 | |||
| Premium Package | 700 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 55 | 55 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,850 | 2,845 | 1,395 | 2,050 | 1,950 |
| Options (change) | 2,424 | 2,419 | 1,187 | 1,770 | 1,680 |
| Destination | 735 | 735 | 735 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $28,955 | $31,950 | $33,245 | $18,740 | $20,140 |
| Total Invoice | $27,189 | $29,944 | $31,283 | $17,695 | $19,035 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,460 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,907 | |||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 156hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A5 | M5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 205/55-16 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $28,955 | $31,950 | $33,245 | $18,740 | $20,140 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,755 | -4,480 | -4,730 | 0 | -800 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,200 | $27,470 | $28,515 | $18,740 | $19,340 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,270 | $2,315 | $0 | $600 |
| Total Invoice | $27,189 | $29,944 | $31,283 | $17,695 | $19,035 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,587 | -4,199 | -4,451 | 0 | -756 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,602 | $25,745 | $26,832 | $17,695 | $18,279 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,143 | $2,230 | $0 | $584 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,950 | $5,675 | $5,925 | $1,195 | $1,995 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,755 | $4,480 | $4,730 | $0 | $800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,587 | -4,199 | -4,451 | 0 | -756 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2007 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 2,708 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 81% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| 205/55HR16 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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