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Kia Forte vs. BMW i3 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 i3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,770 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $10,875 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,946 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $10,134 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | i3 |
| Trim | SX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $23,800 | $44,450 |
| Base Invoice | $22,422 | $42,020 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,600 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Floor mats | 125 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | |
| Sunroof | 1,000 | |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,236 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |
| Floor mats | 102 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | |
| Sunroof | 920 | |
| Options (change) | 4,075 | 1,700 |
| Options (change) | 3,629 | 1,565 |
| Destination | 895 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $28,770 | $39,645 |
| Total Invoice | $26,946 | $37,080 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. BMW i3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,975 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,164 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | i3 |
| Trim | SX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 168hp E |
| Transmission | S7 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/30 MPG | 129/106 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 100, 4 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 155/70-19 |
| Total Price | $28,770 | $39,645 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,100 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,670 | $39,645 |
| Total Invoice | $26,946 | $37,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,030 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,916 | $37,080 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. BMW i3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | i3 |
| Trim | SX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heat pump | $250 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| 33 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| 7.2 kW onboard charger | $500 | |
| DC quick-charging capability | $750 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Carbon fiber body structure | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| 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 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,900 | $4,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,100 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,030 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. BMW i3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | i3 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.2 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 157.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 62.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,031 lb. | 2,961 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 50.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2575 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1575 | 38% |
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