Kia Forte Kia Forte 2015 Chevrolet Sonic Chevrolet Sonic 2020
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Sonic 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. Chevrolet Sonic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,305

Chevrolet Sonic Premier   
Difference: $970

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152020
ModelForteSonic
TrimEXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,390 $20,720
Premium Package 2,700  
UVO Package 900  
Floor mats 115  
Cargo net 50 60
Rear spoiler 295  
RS Package   800
Sunroof   850
Premium Package 2,441  
UVO Package 837  
Floor mats 93  
Cargo net 42 55
Rear spoiler 244  
RS Package   728
Sunroof   774
Options (change) 4,060 1,710
Options (change) 3,657 1,557
Destination 825 875
Total Price $24,275 $23,305

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 Chevrolet Sonic 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. Chevrolet Sonic

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $610
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,991
Model Year20152020
ModelForteSonic
TrimEXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17205/50-17
Total Price$24,275$23,305
Adjustments for Features-1,5800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,695$23,305

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20152020
ModelForteSonic
TrimEXPremier
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 
911 assist$25 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Voice control for audio system $25
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Compass $0
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 
Cooled or ventilated driver seat$150 
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0
Heated second row seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Upgraded floor mats $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Wheels, dark finish $0
Total Value of Features$3,875$2,295
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,580$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,4910

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Sonic features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Sonic

Model Year20152020
ModelForteSonic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in99.4 in
Length179.5 in173.9 in
Width70.1 in68.3 in
Height56.5 in59.7 in
Curb Weight2,960 lb.2,858 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.12.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in51.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in51.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft314.9 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Chevrolet Sonic specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
Total Requested170047%
Total Not Requested192553%
UVO Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/45HR17 tires400No
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for external devices0Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Vehicle health reports0Yes
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested25037%
Total Not Requested42563%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic Premier

RS Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Wheels, dark finish0No
Total Requested32557%
Total Not Requested25043%

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.