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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: $24,960 Kia Forte GT | |||
| Difference: $12,060 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | GT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,000 | $38,200 | $22,790 |
| Package 202B | 2,950 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Cargo tray | 100 | 100 | 80 |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | ||
| Floor mats | 125 | ||
| Remote start | 495 | ||
| Package 202B | 2,575 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 66 | 66 | 62 |
| Cargo tray | 87 | 87 | 67 |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | ||
| Floor mats | 102 | ||
| Remote start | 410 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,125 | 175 | 1,175 |
| Options (change) | 2,728 | 153 | 974 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 995 |
| Total Price | $37,020 | $39,270 | $24,960 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte GT | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,795 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,464 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | GT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG | 27/35 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 390, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $37,020 | $39,270 | $24,960 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,265 | -5,880 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,755 | $33,390 | $24,960 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $635 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Forte |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | GT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| 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 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,705 | $8,320 | $2,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,265 | $5,880 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,963 | -5,491 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 182.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,534 lb. | 3,012 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 51.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.7 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 | 15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 202B | ||
| 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 |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 1375 | 49% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte GT
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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