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Honda Element 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.
Honda Element vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $18,590 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $2,430 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $17,735 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $1,735 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Element | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $19,625 | $16,895 |
| Base Invoice | $18,137 | $16,090 |
| 4-speed automatic | 800 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 738 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 950 | |
| Options (change) | 800 | 1,000 |
| Options (change) | 738 | 950 |
| Destination | 595 | 695 |
| Total Price | $21,020 | $18,590 |
| Total Invoice | $19,470 | $17,735 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,585 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,791 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Element | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 166hp I4 | 156hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/26 MPG | 25/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/70-16 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $21,020 | $18,590 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,155 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,020 | $16,435 |
| Total Invoice | $19,470 | $17,735 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,056 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,470 | $15,679 |
Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Element | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Removable second row seats | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,245 | $3,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,056 |
Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Element | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 169.3 in | 170.9 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,429 lb. | 2,843 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 43.3 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.0 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 47.6 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.0 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.1 ft3 | 0.0 ft3 |
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