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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: $20,180 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $11,560 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,067 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $10,179 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Taurus | Forte |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SHO | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,755 | $32,155 | $38,155 | $17,495 |
| Base Invoice | $25,675 | $29,635 | $35,035 | $16,660 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,495 | 1,000 | ||
| Sunroof | 995 | 995 | 700 | |
| Package 201A | 700 | |||
| Package 301A | 1,000 | |||
| Package 401A | 2,000 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | |||
| Cargo net | 40 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 70 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,301 | 870 | ||
| Sunroof | 866 | 866 | 610 | |
| Package 201A | 609 | |||
| Package 301A | 870 | |||
| Package 401A | 1,740 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | |||
| Cargo net | 32 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 55 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,190 | 1,995 | 2,000 | 1,990 |
| Options (change) | 2,776 | 1,736 | 1,740 | 1,712 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 795 | 695 |
| Total Price | $31,740 | $34,945 | $40,950 | $20,180 |
| Total Invoice | $29,246 | $32,166 | $37,570 | $19,067 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,315 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,110 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Taurus | Forte |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SHO | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 7 | 390, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/55-18 | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $31,740 | $34,945 | $40,950 | $20,180 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,245 | -4,210 | -6,585 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,495 | $30,735 | $34,365 | $20,180 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,240 | $4,870 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $29,246 | $32,166 | $37,570 | $19,067 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,069 | -3,875 | -6,041 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,177 | $28,291 | $31,529 | $19,067 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,114 | $4,352 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Taurus | Forte |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | SHO | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,730 | $5,695 | $8,070 | $1,485 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,245 | $4,210 | $6,585 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,069 | -3,875 | -6,041 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Taurus | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 2,708 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 24% |
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 75% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 78% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| 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% |
| 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% |
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