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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: $18,850 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $4,895 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $17,990 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $4,164 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $22,935 | $18,100 | $19,600 |
| Base Invoice | $21,344 | $17,240 | $18,670 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 810 | 750 | 750 |
| Total Price | $23,745 | $18,850 | $20,350 |
| Total Invoice | $22,154 | $17,990 | $19,420 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,525 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,765 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 166hp I4 | 156hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/70-16 | 205/55-16 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $23,745 | $18,850 | $20,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -630 | -1,105 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $23,745 | $18,220 | $19,245 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,025 |
| Total Invoice | $22,154 | $17,990 | $19,420 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -601 | -1,055 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,154 | $17,389 | $18,365 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $976 |
Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | ||
| Removable cooler console | $175 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Removable second row seats | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,970 | $2,600 | $3,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $630 | $1,105 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -601 | -1,055 |
Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 169.9 in | 170.9 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,516 lb. | 2,782 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 | 25.1 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 0.0 ft3 |
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