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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: $16,690 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $4,970 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $15,925 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $4,286 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Element | Element | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | SC | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $20,990 | $22,775 | $15,995 | $17,495 |
| Base Invoice | $19,541 | $21,197 | $15,230 | $16,660 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 670 | 670 | 695 | 695 |
| Total Price | $21,660 | $23,445 | $16,690 | $18,190 |
| Total Invoice | $20,211 | $21,867 | $15,925 | $17,355 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,545 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,889 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Element | Element | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | SC | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 166hp I4 | 166hp I4 | 156hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | M5 | M5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | 270, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/70-16 | 225/55-18 | 195/65-15 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $21,660 | $23,445 | $16,690 | $18,190 |
| Adjustments for Features | -425 | -650 | 0 | -1,375 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,235 | $22,795 | $16,690 | $16,815 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,560 | $0 | $125 |
| Total Invoice | $20,211 | $21,867 | $15,925 | $17,355 |
| Adjustments for Features | -397 | -606 | 0 | -1,312 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,814 | $21,261 | $15,925 | $16,043 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,447 | $0 | $118 |
Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Element | Element | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | SC | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Trip computer | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Removable second row seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,300 | $1,525 | $875 | $2,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $425 | $650 | $0 | $1,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -397 | -606 | 0 | -1,312 |
Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | Element | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 169.3 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,434 lb. | 2,708 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 | 37.8 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 | 14.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.1 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
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