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Ford Mustang vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Mustang vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,455

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $5,335

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,781

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,460

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520152017
ModelMustangMustangMustangForte
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumGT 50 Years Limited EditionEX
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,300 $36,300 $46,170 $21,300
Base Invoice $27,029 $33,487 $42,592 $20,130
Equipment Group 201A / 401A 1,795 1,795    
Navigation system 795 795    
Rear spoiler 0 0   295
Universal garage door opener       350
Premium Plus Package       4,490
Floor mats       125
Equipment Group 201A / 401A 1,602 1,602    
Navigation system 710 710    
Rear spoiler 0 0   244
Universal garage door opener       291
Premium Plus Package       4,119
Floor mats       102
Options (change) 2,590 2,590 0 5,260
Options (change) 2,312 2,312 0 4,756
Destination 900 900 900 895
Total Price $32,790 $39,790 $47,070 $27,455
Total Invoice $30,241 $36,699 $43,492 $25,781

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,605
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,601
Model Year2015201520152017
ModelMustangMustangMustangForte
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumGT 50 Years Limited EditionEX
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine310hp I4435hp V8435hp V8164hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12390, 12390, 12?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18235/50-18255/40-19215/45-17
Total Price$32,790$39,790$47,070$27,455
Adjustments for Features-550-7000-2,820
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,240$39,090$47,070$24,635
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,850$14,830$0
Total Invoice$30,241$36,699$43,492$25,781
Adjustments for Features-507-6460-2,648
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,734$36,053$43,492$23,133
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,319$13,758$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Kia Forte

Model Year2015201520152017
ModelMustangMustangMustangForte
TrimEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumGT 50 Years Limited EditionEX
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
RWD$0$0$0 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0   
Power rear side windows   $200
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active glove box$100$100$100 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200
Forward collision warning   $200
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200
Lane departure warning   $200
Line lock $50$50 
Pedestrian detection   $50
Safety key$5$5$5 
Side curtain airbags$350$350 $350
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Climate Control 
Rear air vents   $100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300$300 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0   
Body kit (gray/black)$0$0$0 
Quarter window louvers  $150 
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200
Sunroof   $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support   $100
App support   $0
Apple CarPlay support   $100
Aux input   $50
CD player$125$125$125 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25$25 
SD Card slot$25$25$25 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25 
Traffic information   $25
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection   $25
Performance meter$150$150$150 
Power-folding mirrors   $50
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights   $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50
Folding second row seats$300$300 $300
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200 
Metal pedals$75$75$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat   $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options$0$0$0 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Wheels, dark finish  $0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100$100 
Total Value of Features$2,605$2,755$2,055$4,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$550$700$0$2,820
Value of Feature Adjustments-507-6460-2,648

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20152017
ModelMustangForte
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in106.3 in
Length188.3 in179.5 in
Width75.4 in70.1 in
Height54.4 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,527 lb.2,909 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.9 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom34.8 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.2 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom30.6 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

Equipment Group 201A / 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Shaker, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested55061%
Total Not Requested35039%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Equipment Group 201A / 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Shaker, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested55061%
Total Not Requested35039%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Upgraded instruments0No
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested257554%
Total Not Requested220046%

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