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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: $24,260

Kia Forte GT   
Difference: $2,170

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620212021
ModelTaurusForteForte
TrimSELEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,980 $23,090 $22,790
Safety and Security Package 995    
Preferred Equipment Group 1,735    
Heated mirrors 35    
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Floor mats   125 125
Rear spoiler   295  
Safety and Security Package 886    
Preferred Equipment Group 1,544    
Heated mirrors 31    
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Floor mats   102 102
Rear spoiler   244  
Options (change) 2,765 770 475
Options (change) 2,461 637 393
Destination 685 995 995
Total Price $26,430 $24,855 $24,260

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,900
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,977
Model Year200620212021
ModelTaurusForteForte
TrimSELEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine153hp V6147hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionA4CVT-6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$26,430$24,855$24,260
Adjustments for Features0-2,325-1,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,430$22,530$22,660
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$130

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200620212021
ModelTaurusForteForte
TrimSELEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Remote climate control $25$25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
911 assist $25$25
Blind spot warning system $200 
Brake assist $50$50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Rear air vents $100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Cassette player$50  
CD changer, in-dash$325  
Satellite radio $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Compass $0$0
Fog lights $125$125
Outside temperature display $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50$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$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$2,500$4,825$4,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,325$1,600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-153-92

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062021
ModelTaurusForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.5 in106.3 in
Length197.6 in182.7 in
Width73.0 in70.9 in
Height56.1 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,344 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.6 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.7 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.9 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume17.0 ft315.3 ft3

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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%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte GT

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

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