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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: $27,600 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $12,180 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,833 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $10,937 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $20,890 | $33,280 | $36,280 |
| Base Invoice | $19,707 | $31,044 | $33,774 |
| Premium Package | 2,300 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,900 | ||
| Floor mats | 115 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | ||
| Remote start | 495 | 385 | 385 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,995 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,845 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,079 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,717 | ||
| Floor mats | 93 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | ||
| Remote start | 410 | 327 | 327 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 940 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,696 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,418 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,885 | 5,685 | 4,540 |
| Options (change) | 5,301 | 4,911 | 3,937 |
| Destination | 825 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $27,600 | $39,780 | $41,635 |
| Total Invoice | $25,833 | $36,770 | $38,526 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,460 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,271 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | 2010 |
| 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) | 22/30 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 | $27,600 | $39,780 | $41,635 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -720 | -1,820 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,600 | $39,060 | $39,815 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $755 |
| Total Invoice | $25,833 | $36,770 | $38,526 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -666 | -1,684 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,833 | $36,104 | $36,842 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $738 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | 2010 |
| 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 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| 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 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| 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 | $4,150 | $4,870 | $5,970 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $720 | $1,820 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -666 | -1,684 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2010 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 44% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| 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 and Moon Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| 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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