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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: $21,865 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $7,660 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,712 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $6,332 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forte |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,670 | $30,670 | $19,300 |
| Base Invoice | $24,453 | $28,053 | $18,380 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,135 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | 895 | 750 |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | ||
| Cargo net | 40 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 987 | ||
| Sunroof | 779 | 779 | 655 |
| Leather Package | 870 | ||
| Cargo net | 32 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,030 | 895 | 1,790 |
| Options (change) | 1,766 | 779 | 1,557 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 775 |
| Total Price | $29,525 | $32,390 | $21,865 |
| Total Invoice | $27,044 | $29,657 | $20,712 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,550 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,315 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2013 |
| 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 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/28 MPG | 18/28 MPG | 22/32 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 | $29,525 | $32,390 | $21,865 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,110 | -2,100 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,415 | $30,290 | $21,865 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,875 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,044 | $29,657 | $20,712 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,017 | -1,923 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,027 | $27,734 | $20,712 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,707 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Forte |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| 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 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $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 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,425 | $4,415 | $2,315 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,110 | $2,100 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,017 | -1,923 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 |
| 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. | 2,849 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
Kia Forte SX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
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