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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: $27,435 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $15,975 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,675 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $14,601 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2013 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $20,900 | $38,100 |
| Base Invoice | $19,717 | $35,528 |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | 85 |
| Remote start | 495 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | |
| Package 301A | 2,600 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Technology Package | 1,624 | |
| Premium Package | 1,986 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | 74 |
| Remote start | 410 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 941 | |
| Package 301A | 2,269 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| Options (change) | 5,735 | 4,415 |
| Options (change) | 5,158 | 3,853 |
| Destination | 800 | 895 |
| Total Price | $27,435 | $43,410 |
| Total Invoice | $25,675 | $40,276 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,395 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,352 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2013 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/29 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $27,435 | $43,410 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,580 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,435 | $38,830 |
| Total Invoice | $25,675 | $40,276 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,249 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,675 | $36,027 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2013 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,000 | $8,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,249 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2013 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,122 lb. | 4,534 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| 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 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 29% |
| 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 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3150 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 775 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 64% |
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