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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: $20,250 Kia Forte LX | ||||
| Difference: $3,495 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,444 Kia Forte LX | ||||
| Difference: $2,710 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Element | Forte | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | LX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $22,935 | $18,090 | $20,390 | $20,990 |
| Base Invoice | $21,344 | $17,359 | $19,367 | $19,811 |
| Popular Plus Package | 1,310 | |||
| Popular Plus Package | 1,235 | |||
| Options (change) | 0 | 1,310 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 1,235 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 810 | 850 | 850 | 850 |
| Total Price | $23,745 | $20,250 | $21,240 | $21,840 |
| Total Invoice | $22,154 | $19,444 | $20,217 | $20,661 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte LX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,350 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,531 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Element | Forte | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | LX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 166hp I4 | 173hp I4 | 173hp I4 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/70-16 | 205/55-16 | 215/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $23,745 | $20,250 | $21,240 | $21,840 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -855 | -1,330 | -705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $23,745 | $19,395 | $19,910 | $21,135 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $515 | $1,740 |
| Total Invoice | $22,154 | $19,444 | $20,217 | $20,661 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -821 | -1,266 | -667 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,154 | $18,623 | $18,951 | $19,994 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $328 | $1,371 |
Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Element | Forte | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | EX | LX | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $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 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Removable second row seats | $0 | |||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,120 | $2,975 | $3,450 | $2,825 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $855 | $1,330 | $705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -821 | -1,266 | -667 |
Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 |
| Model | Element | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 169.9 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,516 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 43.3 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 47.6 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte LX
| Popular Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| 205/55HR16 tires | 400 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 67% |
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