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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: $29,315 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $15,080 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,398 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $13,509 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,800 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $22,422 | $34,952 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,600 | |
| Floor mats | 125 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | |
| Remote start | 495 | |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,236 | |
| Floor mats | 102 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | |
| Remote start | 410 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Options (change) | 4,620 | 6,035 |
| Options (change) | 4,081 | 5,130 |
| Destination | 895 | 825 |
| Total Price | $29,315 | $44,395 |
| Total Invoice | $27,398 | $40,907 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,100 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,999 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/30 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 | $29,315 | $44,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,980 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,315 | $38,415 |
| Total Invoice | $27,398 | $40,907 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,510 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,398 | $35,397 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Forte | Explorer |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| 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 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| 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 | $3,575 | $9,555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,980 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,510 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| 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 | 3,031 lb. | 4,578 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 | 53.8 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
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4000 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 4% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1775 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 2200 | 55% |
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