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Kia Forte vs. BMW 5-Series 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.
Kia Forte vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,165 Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| Difference: $26,062 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,512 Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| Difference: $24,360 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | EX | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $21,600 | $52,400 | $52,400 | $57,700 | $62,000 | $73,400 |
| Base Invoice | $20,410 | $49,410 | $49,410 | $54,340 | $58,340 | $68,940 |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,900 | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |||||
| Floor mats | 125 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 295 | |||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||||
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,200 | |||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,000 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,570 | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |||||
| Floor mats | 102 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 244 | |||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | 505 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | ||||
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,105 | |||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 920 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 4,670 | 4,500 | 4,500 | 3,050 | 3,050 | 4,700 |
| Options (change) | 4,207 | 4,135 | 4,135 | 2,800 | 2,800 | 4,320 |
| Destination | 895 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,668 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $27,165 | $57,895 | $53,227 | $61,745 | $66,045 | $79,095 |
| Total Invoice | $25,512 | $54,540 | $49,872 | $58,135 | $62,135 | $74,255 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,692 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,202 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | EX | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 164hp I4 | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 335hp I6 | 261hp I6 D | 456hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $27,165 | $57,895 | $53,227 | $61,745 | $66,045 | $79,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,445 | -3,370 | -3,445 | -5,395 | -9,845 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,165 | $54,450 | $49,857 | $58,300 | $60,650 | $69,250 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,593 | $0 | $8,443 | $10,793 | $19,393 |
| Total Invoice | $25,512 | $54,540 | $49,872 | $58,135 | $62,135 | $74,255 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,245 | -3,158 | -3,244 | -5,076 | -9,243 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,512 | $51,295 | $46,714 | $54,891 | $57,059 | $65,012 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,581 | $0 | $8,177 | $10,345 | $18,298 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | EX | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Approach detection | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||||
| Compass | $0 | |||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,725 | $7,170 | $7,095 | $7,170 | $9,120 | $13,570 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,445 | $3,370 | $3,445 | $5,395 | $9,845 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,245 | -3,158 | -3,244 | -5,076 | -9,243 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,909 lb. | 3,747 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4075 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 9% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530e iPerformance
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540d
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 27% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series M550i
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 50% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 27% |
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