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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: $27,075 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $11,395 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,380 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $10,198 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $33,280 | $36,280 | $20,990 |
| Base Invoice | $31,044 | $33,774 | $19,811 |
| Convenience Package | 1,995 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | ||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | 495 |
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,845 | ||
| Premium Tech Package | 4,200 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | ||
| Floor mats | 115 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,696 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | ||
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | 410 |
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,418 | ||
| Premium Tech Package | 3,863 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | ||
| Floor mats | 93 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,375 | 3,230 | 5,235 |
| Options (change) | 3,719 | 2,745 | 4,719 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 850 |
| Total Price | $38,470 | $40,325 | $27,075 |
| Total Invoice | $35,578 | $37,334 | $25,380 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,225 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,191 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $38,470 | $40,325 | $27,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,170 | -3,270 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,300 | $37,055 | $27,075 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $755 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,578 | $37,334 | $25,380 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,007 | -3,027 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,571 | $34,307 | $25,380 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $736 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,770 | $5,870 | $2,600 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,170 | $3,270 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,007 | -3,027 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.9 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 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 44% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation and Moon Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 4125 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 11% |
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