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Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,965

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $3,465

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,662

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $2,611

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062017
ModelTaurusForte
TrimSELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,980 $21,300
Base Invoice $21,127 $20,130
Safety and Security Package 995  
Preferred Equipment Group 1,735  
Heated mirrors 35  
Universal garage door opener   350
Floor mats   125
Rear spoiler   295
Safety and Security Package 886  
Preferred Equipment Group 1,544  
Heated mirrors 31  
Universal garage door opener   291
Floor mats   102
Rear spoiler   244
Options (change) 2,765 770
Options (change) 2,461 637
Destination 685 895
Total Price $26,430 $22,965
Total Invoice $24,273 $21,662

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,940
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,946
Model Year20062017
ModelTaurusForte
TrimSELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine153hp V6164hp I4
TransmissionA4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/45-17
Total Price$26,430$22,965
Adjustments for Features0-2,475
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,430$20,490
Total Invoice$24,273$21,662
Adjustments for Features0-2,335
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,273$19,327

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062017
ModelTaurusForte
TrimSELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Cassette player$50 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Compass $0
Fog lights $125
Outside temperature display $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$2,100$4,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,475
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,335

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062017
ModelTaurusForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.5 in106.3 in
Length197.6 in179.5 in
Width73.0 in70.1 in
Height56.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,344 lb.2,909 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.1 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.6 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.7 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.9 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume17.0 ft314.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL

Safety and Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%
Preferred Equipment Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Cassette player50No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Automatic headlights125Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested142572%
Total Not Requested55028%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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