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Ford Taurus 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 Taurus vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,070 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $6,680 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,930 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $5,557 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forte |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $23,635 | $27,620 | $17,495 |
| Base Invoice | $21,801 | $25,388 | $16,660 |
| SYNC | 395 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 695 | ||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |
| Sunroof | 895 | 895 | 700 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | 1,000 | |
| Heated front seats | 240 | ||
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | ||
| SYNC | 344 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 605 | ||
| Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | |
| Sunroof | 779 | 779 | 610 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | 870 | |
| Heated front seats | 209 | ||
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | ||
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | 950 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,315 | 1,585 | 2,880 |
| Options (change) | 2,886 | 1,380 | 2,575 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 695 |
| Total Price | $27,750 | $30,005 | $21,070 |
| Total Invoice | $25,487 | $27,568 | $19,930 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,300 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,208 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forte |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/28 MPG | 18/28 MPG | 23/31 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $27,750 | $30,005 | $21,070 |
| Adjustments for Features | -380 | -1,555 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,370 | $28,450 | $21,070 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,080 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $25,487 | $27,568 | $19,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | -349 | -1,429 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,138 | $26,139 | $19,930 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,001 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forte |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| 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 recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,600 | $3,775 | $2,220 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $380 | $1,555 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -349 | -1,429 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | Taurus | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,643 lb. | 2,868 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 29% |
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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