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Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer 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. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $17,740 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $14,090 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $16,825 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $12,146 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $15,995 | $28,225 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $15,230 | $25,761 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | |||
| Premium Package | 800 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 70 | |||
| Convenience Group | 350 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | 560 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 850 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | |||
| Premium Package | 700 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 55 | |||
| Convenience Group | 298 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | 476 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 723 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,050 | 2,960 | 4,660 | 2,960 |
| Options (change) | 900 | 2,565 | 4,010 | 2,565 |
| Destination | 695 | 645 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $17,740 | $31,830 | $35,505 | $36,120 |
| Total Invoice | $16,825 | $28,971 | $32,173 | $32,788 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,310 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,616 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 156hp I4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | M5 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/34 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 80, 4 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 235/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $17,740 | $31,830 | $35,505 | $36,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,780 | -5,655 | -5,655 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $17,740 | $29,050 | $29,850 | $30,465 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $800 | $1,415 |
| Total Invoice | $16,825 | $28,971 | $32,173 | $32,788 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,530 | -5,124 | -5,133 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $16,825 | $26,441 | $27,049 | $27,655 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $608 | $1,214 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,295 | $4,075 | $6,950 | $6,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,780 | $5,655 | $5,655 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,530 | -5,124 | -5,133 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,707 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.7 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| 205/55HR16 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 50% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 7% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 93% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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