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Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,130

Hyundai Elantra SE   
Difference: $3,955

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820212021
ModelElantraForteForte
TrimSEEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,570 $23,090 $22,790
Bluetooth cell phone link 325    
Cargo tray 70 80 80
Cargo mat 80 95 95
Floor mats 85 125 125
Rear spoiler 375 295  
Leather seating surfaces 800    
Sunroof 1,150    
Bluetooth cell phone link 292    
Cargo tray 57 67 67
Cargo mat 64 78 78
Floor mats 68 102 102
Rear spoiler 338 244  
Leather seating surfaces 728    
Sunroof 1,047    
Options (change) 2,885 595 300
Options (change) 2,594 491 247
Destination 675 995 995
Total Price $20,130 $24,680 $24,085

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Hyundai Elantra SE
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,200
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,972
Model Year200820212021
ModelElantraForteForte
TrimSEEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4147hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM5CVT-6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)172, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$20,130$24,680$24,085
Adjustments for Features0-1,350-700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,130$23,330$23,385
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$55

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200820212021
ModelElantraForteForte
TrimSEEXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Remote climate control $25$25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Blind spot warning system $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Temporary spare tire$150  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Rear air vents $100 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
USB port $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Automatic headlights $125$125
Outside temperature display $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$1,475$2,825$2,175
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,350$700
Value of Feature Adjustments0-81-36

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082021
ModelElantraForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in
Length177.4 in182.7 in
Width69.9 in70.9 in
Height58.3 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,724 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft315.3 ft3

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