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Honda Civic vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Civic vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,310

Kia Forte S   
Difference: $865

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,987

Kia Forte S   
Difference: $241

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112017
ModelCivicForte
TrimSiS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,405 $19,300
Base Invoice $20,624 $18,318
Navigation system 2,000  
Premium Package   2,500
Technology Package   1,490
Floor mats   125
Navigation system 1,834  
Premium Package   2,301
Technology Package   1,371
Floor mats   102
Options (change) 2,000 4,115
Options (change) 1,834 3,774
Destination 770 895
Total Price $25,175 $24,310
Total Invoice $23,228 $22,987

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,920
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,130
Model Year20112017
ModelCivicForte
TrimSiS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine197hp I4147hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/29 MPG25/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)350, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17205/55-16
Total Price$25,175$24,310
Adjustments for Features0-3,055
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,175$21,255
Total Invoice$23,228$22,987
Adjustments for Features0-2,889
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,228$20,098

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Features Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112017
ModelCivicForte
TrimSiS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Forward collision warning $200
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Pedestrian detection $50
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
iPod integration$100 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Automatic headlights $125
Digital instruments$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces$450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,845$4,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,055
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,889

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112017
ModelCivicForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length176.7 in179.5 in
Width69.0 in70.1 in
Height56.5 in56.3 in
Curb Weight2,912 lb.3,011 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.7 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.9 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.4 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte S

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200No
Metal pedals75Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
Total Requested167564%
Total Not Requested92536%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
LED tail lights0No
Fog lights125Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Proximity key250No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Approach detection25No
205/55HR16 tires400No
Upgraded instruments0No
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested1256%
Total Not Requested212594%

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