Kia Forte Kia Forte 2013 Buick Verano Buick Verano 2016

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

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Buick Verano 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.

Kia Forte vs. Buick Verano Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,665

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $7,780

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,282

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $7,839

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132016
ModelForteVerano
TrimSXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,300 $23,480
Base Invoice $18,380 $22,541
Technology Package 1,800  
Sunroof 750 900
Leather Package 1,000  
Cargo net 40 60
Premium Group   5,190
Navigation system   495
Metallic paint (extra cost)   395
Technology Package 1,570  
Sunroof 655 819
Leather Package 870  
Cargo net 32 55
Premium Group   4,972
Navigation system   450
Metallic paint (extra cost)   359
Options (change) 3,590 7,040
Options (change) 3,127 6,655
Destination 775 925
Total Price $23,665 $31,445
Total Invoice $22,282 $30,121

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 Kia Forte dealer quotes or Buick Verano 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: Kia Forte vs. Buick Verano

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,180
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,348
Model Year20132016
ModelForteVerano
TrimSXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4250hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/32 MPG21/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17235/45-18
Total Price$23,665$31,445
Adjustments for Features0-2,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,665$28,845
Total Invoice$22,282$30,121
Adjustments for Features0-2,491
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,282$27,630

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Buick Verano

Model Year20132016
ModelForteVerano
TrimSXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Remote app $25
Remote start $150
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Ionizing air filtration$50 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
DVD-compatible player $0
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$1,800$4,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,491

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Buick Verano

Model Year20132016
ModelForteVerano
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in105.7 in
Length178.3 in183.9 in
Width69.9 in71.5 in
Height57.5 in58.4 in
Curb Weight2,898 lb.3,550 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in52.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in34.7 in
Cargo Volume14.7 ft314.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Total Requested135095%
Total Not Requested755%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested125098%
Total Not Requested252%

Option Package Details
Buick Verano

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200No
Metal pedals75Yes
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@2000
1000Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Machined alloy wheels0No
Heated mirrors25No
Universal garage door opener100No
235/45HR18 tires400No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested270057%
Total Not Requested202543%

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 Sedans, Coupes, and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.