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Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,390

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $6,380

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year202020202012
ModelSonataSonataForte
TrimSESELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,600 $25,700 $17,600
Cargo net 50 50 40
Floor mats 125 125  
Cargo net 41 41 32
Floor mats 100 100  
Options (change) 175 175 40
Options (change) 141 141 32
Destination 995 995 750
Total Price $24,770 $26,870 $18,390

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Hyundai Sonata SEL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,005
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,548
Model Year202020202012
ModelSonataSonataForte
TrimSESELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine191hp I4191hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionT8T8T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/38 MPG28/38 MPG26/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/65-16215/55-17195/65-15
Total Price$24,770$26,870$18,390
Adjustments for Features-1,375-3,3500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,395$23,520$18,390
Cost Above Minimum$0$125$0

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Forte

Model Year202020202012
ModelSonataSonataForte
TrimSESELEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125 
Remote app $25 
Remote climate control $25 
Remote start via app $75 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Vehicle health reports $0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
CD player  $125
HD radio $50 
MP3-compatible player  $50
Satellite radio $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Heated mirrors $25 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Total Value of Features$3,100$5,075$1,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,375$3,350$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-63-1420

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20202012
ModelSonataForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in104.3 in
Length192.9 in178.3 in
Width73.2 in69.9 in
Height56.9 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,120 lb.2,769 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.6 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom46.1 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft314.7 ft3

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