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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: $23,345

Honda Civic Si   
Difference: $235

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122020
ModelCivicForte
TrimSiGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,555 $22,490
Floor mats   125
Floor mats   102
Options (change) 0 125
Options (change) 0 102
Destination 790 965
Total Price $23,345 $23,580

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,370
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,752
Model Year20122020
ModelCivicForte
TrimSiGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG27/35 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$23,345$23,580
Adjustments for Features0-1,605
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,345$21,975

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Features Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122020
ModelCivicForte
TrimSiGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Digital instruments$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional)$0 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,095$3,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,605
Value of Feature Adjustments0-73

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122020
ModelCivicForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.1 in106.3 in
Length177.3 in182.7 in
Width69.0 in70.9 in
Height56.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,906 lb.3,012 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.3 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.4 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume12.5 ft315.3 ft3

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