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Jaguar S-Type 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.
Jaguar S-Type vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,625 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $26,300 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,039 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $22,948 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | S-Type | S-Type | S-Type | Forte |
| Trim | 3.0 | 4.2 | R | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $48,335 | $55,835 | $64,335 | $19,390 |
| Base Invoice | $43,985 | $50,810 | $58,545 | $18,432 |
| Navigation system | 2,800 | |||
| Satellite radio | 450 | 450 | 450 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 675 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |||
| UVO Package | 900 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,400 | |||
| Floor mats | 115 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 295 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,380 | |||
| Satellite radio | 383 | 383 | 383 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 574 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,441 | |||
| UVO Package | 837 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,167 | |||
| Floor mats | 93 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 244 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,925 | 450 | 450 | 6,410 |
| Options (change) | 3,337 | 383 | 383 | 5,782 |
| Destination | 665 | 665 | 665 | 825 |
| Total Price | $52,925 | $56,950 | $65,450 | $26,625 |
| Total Invoice | $47,987 | $51,858 | $59,593 | $25,039 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Jaguar S-Type vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $25,960 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,640 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | S-Type | S-Type | S-Type | Forte |
| Trim | 3.0 | 4.2 | R | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 235hp V6 | 300hp V8 | 400hp V8 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 4 | 320, 12 | 320, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $52,925 | $56,950 | $65,450 | $26,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -340 | -915 | -1,190 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,585 | $56,035 | $64,260 | $26,625 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,450 | $11,675 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $47,987 | $51,858 | $59,593 | $25,039 |
| Adjustments for Features | -308 | -833 | -1,084 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,679 | $51,025 | $58,509 | $25,039 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,346 | $10,830 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Jaguar S-Type vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | S-Type | S-Type | S-Type | Forte |
| Trim | 3.0 | 4.2 | R | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,990 | $4,565 | $4,840 | $3,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $340 | $915 | $1,190 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -308 | -833 | -1,084 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Jaguar S-Type vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | S-Type | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 114.5 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,761 lb. | 2,960 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.4 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.4 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2900 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 20% |
| UVO Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 4% |
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