Jeep Compass Jeep Compass 2010 Kia Forte Kia Forte 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Jeep Compass 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.

Jeep Compass vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,025

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $1,000

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,531

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $1,411

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102016
ModelCompassForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,385 $20,390
Base Invoice $22,573 $19,367
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 670  
Media Center 730N 890  
Sun and Sound Group 1,295  
Automatic climate control, front 155  
5-speed manual 0  
Premium Tech Package   4,500
Rear bumper protector   75
Cargo mat   95
Floor mats   115
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 610  
Media Center 730N 810  
Sun and Sound Group 1,178  
Automatic climate control, front 141  
5-speed manual 0  
Premium Tech Package   4,081
Rear bumper protector   62
Cargo mat   78
Floor mats   93
Options (change) 3,010 4,785
Options (change) 2,739 4,314
Destination 630 850
Total Price $27,025 $26,025
Total Invoice $25,942 $24,531

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Jeep Compass dealer quotes or Kia Forte dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,565
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,886
Model Year20102016
ModelCompassForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine172hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/28 MPG25/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)458, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-18215/45-17
Total Price$27,025$26,025
Adjustments for Features0-1,565
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,025$24,460
Total Invoice$25,942$24,531
Adjustments for Features0-1,475
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,942$23,056

Return to top

Features Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102016
ModelCompassForte
TrimLimitedEX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Articulating liftgate speakers$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio $50
Media drive$15 
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice recorder$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,885$3,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,565
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,475

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102016
ModelCompassForte
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.7 in106.3 in
Length173.4 in171.3 in
Width69.3 in70.1 in
Height64.2 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,089 lb.3,045 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.6 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.9 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom39.3 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.9 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
52.5 ft356.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Jeep Compass Limited

Security and Cargo Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Cargo cover75Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested62586%
Total Not Requested10014%
Media Center 730N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Voice recorder0No
CD player125Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive, large15No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested97598%
Total Not Requested152%
Sun and Sound Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Articulating liftgate speakers50No
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Heated steering wheel100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Rear air vents100No
LED tail lights0No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested317576%
Total Not Requested102524%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Jeep models.