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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: $27,385 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $8,785 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,633 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $7,722 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $20,900 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $19,717 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,800 | ||
| Floor mats | 115 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | ||
| Remote start | 495 | 385 | 385 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Cargo cover | 90 | 90 | |
| Premium Package | 1,986 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,624 | ||
| Floor mats | 93 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | ||
| Remote start | 410 | 326 | 326 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 941 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Cargo cover | 77 | 77 | |
| Options (change) | 5,685 | 6,140 | 4,340 |
| Options (change) | 5,116 | 5,297 | 3,767 |
| Destination | 800 | 785 | 785 |
| Total Price | $27,385 | $36,170 | $37,520 |
| Total Invoice | $25,633 | $33,355 | $34,730 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,935 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,862 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/29 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $27,385 | $36,170 | $37,520 |
| Adjustments for Features | -150 | 0 | -500 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,235 | $36,170 | $37,020 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $850 |
| Total Invoice | $25,633 | $33,355 | $34,730 |
| Adjustments for Features | -140 | 0 | -463 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,493 | $33,355 | $34,267 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $912 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,200 | $4,050 | $4,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $150 | $0 | $500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -140 | 0 | -463 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,122 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 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 | 23.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2900 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 13% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 33% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
| 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
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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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