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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: $24,015 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $17,700 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,607 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $16,197 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $38,200 | $43,100 | $19,600 |
| Base Invoice | $35,622 | $40,191 | $18,670 |
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | |
| Cargo tray | 100 | 100 | 75 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | ||
| Sunroof | 750 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | ||
| Cargo net | 40 | ||
| Navigation system | 694 | 694 | |
| Cargo cover | 114 | 114 | |
| Cargo tray | 87 | 87 | 60 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | 1,392 | |
| Technology Package | 1,570 | ||
| Sunroof | 655 | ||
| Leather Package | 870 | ||
| Cargo net | 32 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,620 | 2,620 | 3,665 |
| Options (change) | 2,287 | 2,287 | 3,187 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 750 |
| Total Price | $41,715 | $46,615 | $24,015 |
| Total Invoice | $38,804 | $43,373 | $22,607 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,970 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,867 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $41,715 | $46,615 | $24,015 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,730 | -6,905 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,985 | $39,710 | $24,015 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,725 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $38,804 | $43,373 | $22,607 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,330 | -6,425 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,474 | $36,948 | $22,607 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,474 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,905 | $10,080 | $3,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,730 | $6,905 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,330 | -6,425 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 170.9 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 2,782 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 0.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Ionizing air filtration | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 4% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
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