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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: $13,125 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $17,695 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $11,771 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 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 | $28,470 | $31,615 | $35,550 | $15,995 | $17,495 |
| Base Invoice | $26,458 | $29,319 | $32,901 | $15,230 | $16,660 |
| Sun and SYNC Package | 795 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 595 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 995 | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Satellite radio | 195 | ||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 700 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | 180 | |||
| Premium Package | 800 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 70 | 70 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 675 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 506 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 846 | 870 | 870 | ||
| Satellite radio | 166 | ||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 610 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | 145 | |||
| Premium Package | 700 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 55 | 55 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,580 | 850 | 850 | 2,050 | 1,950 |
| Options (change) | 2,193 | 723 | 723 | 1,770 | 1,680 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 815 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $31,865 | $33,280 | $37,215 | $18,740 | $20,140 |
| Total Invoice | $29,466 | $30,857 | $34,439 | $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: $9,305 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,239 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 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 | 80, 4 | 190, 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 | $31,865 | $33,280 | $37,215 | $18,740 | $20,140 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,820 | -3,795 | -7,070 | 0 | -875 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,045 | $29,485 | $30,145 | $18,740 | $19,265 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,440 | $2,100 | $0 | $525 |
| Total Invoice | $29,466 | $30,857 | $34,439 | $17,695 | $19,035 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,532 | -3,519 | -6,543 | 0 | -827 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,934 | $27,338 | $27,896 | $17,695 | $18,208 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,404 | $1,962 | $0 | $513 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 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 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $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 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $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 | ||||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,940 | $4,915 | $8,190 | $1,120 | $1,995 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,820 | $3,795 | $7,070 | $0 | $875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,532 | -3,519 | -6,543 | 0 | -827 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 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
| Sun and SYNC Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 7% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 79% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
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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