Kia Forte Kia Forte 2012 Dodge Durango Dodge Durango 2009

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

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Dodge Durango 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. Dodge Durango Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,900

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $16,005

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,515

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $13,819

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122009
ModelForteDurango
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $19,600 $37,565
Base Invoice $18,670 $34,203
Leather Package 1,000  
Sunroof 750 850
Technology Package 1,800  
uconnect gps   640
Leather Package 870  
Sunroof 655 731
Technology Package 1,570  
uconnect gps   550
Options (change) 3,550 1,490
Options (change) 3,095 1,281
Destination 750 850
Total Price $23,900 $39,905
Total Invoice $22,515 $36,334

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 Dodge Durango 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. Dodge Durango

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,875
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,969
Model Year20122009
ModelForteDurango
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine173hp I4303hp V8
TransmissionT6A5
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6368, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17265/50-20
Total Price$23,900$39,905
Adjustments for Features0-3,130
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,900$36,775
Total Invoice$22,515$36,334
Adjustments for Features0-2,850
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,515$33,484

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Dodge Durango

Model Year20122009
ModelForteDurango
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed automatic $900
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Front side airbags$350 
Full-size spare tire $225
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter$0 
Ionizing air filtration$50 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player $0
Media drive $15
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Voice recorder $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,700$6,830
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,130
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,850

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Dodge Durango

Model Year20122009
ModelForteDurango
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase104.3 in119.2 in
Length170.9 in200.8 in
Width69.9 in76.0 in
Height57.5 in74.3 in
Curb Weight2,782 lb.4,620 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.27.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in59.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in58.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom38.4 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in57.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in57.2 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in39.2 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in59.6 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in48.1 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
19.4 ft320.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
19.468.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
0.0 ft3102.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested125098%
Total Not Requested252%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested112579%
Total Not Requested30021%

Option Package Details
Dodge Durango Limited

uconnect gps
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Voice recorder0No
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

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.