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Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,470

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $15,390

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year202120212018
ModelSanta FeSanta FeForte
TrimLimitedCalligraphySX
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $38,750 $40,750 $23,800
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 295 295  
Cargo cover 190 190  
Cargo net 50 50 50
Rear bumper protector 70 70 75
Cargo tray 100 100 80
Cargo mat 95 95 95
Floor mats 125 125 125
Universal garage door opener     350
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 266 266  
Cargo cover 153 153  
Cargo net 41 41 42
Rear bumper protector 57 57 62
Cargo tray 80 80 67
Cargo mat 76 76 78
Floor mats 100 100 102
Universal garage door opener     291
Options (change) 925 925 775
Options (change) 773 773 642
Destination 1,185 1,185 895
Total Price $40,860 $42,860 $25,470

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte SX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Hyundai Santa Fe Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,715
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,229
Model Year202120212018
ModelSanta FeSanta FeForte
TrimLimitedCalligraphySX
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine277hp I4277hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionS8S8S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/28 MPG22/28 MPG25/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ??, ??, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/55-19255/45-20225/40-18
Total Price$40,860$42,860$25,470
Adjustments for Features00-9,325
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$40,860$42,860$16,145
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,000$0

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Forte

Model Year202120212018
ModelSanta FeSanta FeForte
TrimLimitedCalligraphySX
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed automated manual$1300$1300 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control  $150
Power front side windows  $250
Power locks  $275
Power rear side windows  $200
Proximity key  $250
Remote keyless entry  $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150
911 assist  $25
Antilock brakes (ABS)  $400
Brake assist  $50
Front side airbags  $350
Rearview camera  $200
Side curtain airbags  $350
Stability control  $400
Traction control  $100
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter  $150
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Air conditioning  $900
Interior air filter  $0
Rear defrost  $200
Rear wiper  $175
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
App support  $0
Apple CarPlay support  $100
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Aux input  $50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
Satellite radio  $200
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
USB port  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection  $25
Automatic headlights  $125
Fog lights  $125
Heated mirrors  $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Outside temperature display  $50
Power mirrors  $150
Tachometer  $75
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Folding second row seats  $300
Heated front seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$1,300$1,300$10,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$9,325
Value of Feature Adjustments00-8,772

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20212018
ModelSanta FeForte
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase108.9 in106.3 in
Length188.4 in171.3 in
Width74.8 in70.1 in
Height66.3 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,907 lb.3,031 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.8 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.2 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.5 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom40.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.0 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.3 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.3 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom41.7 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		36.4 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		72.1 ft356.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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