Kia Forte Kia Forte 2012 Ford Fiesta Ford Fiesta 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Ford Fiesta 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.

Kia Forte vs. Ford Fiesta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,785

Ford Fiesta SEL   
Difference: $1,815

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,859

Ford Fiesta SEL   
Difference: $1,606

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelForteFiesta
TrimSXSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,100 $16,600
Base Invoice $18,190 $15,984
Leather Package 1,000  
Sunroof 750 745
Upgrade Package   820
Leather seating surfaces   825
Leather Package 870  
Sunroof 655 648
Upgrade Package   714
Leather seating surfaces   718
Options (change) 1,750 2,390
Options (change) 1,525 2,080
Destination 750 795
Total Price $21,600 $19,785
Total Invoice $20,465 $18,859

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Forte dealer quotes or Ford Fiesta dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Fiesta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Fiesta SEL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $606
Model Year20122012
ModelForteFiesta
TrimSXSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4120hp I4
TransmissionT6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 680, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17195/50-16
Total Price$21,600$19,785
Adjustments for Features-1,0550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,545$19,785
Total Invoice$20,465$18,859
Adjustments for Features-1,0000
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,465$18,859

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Fiesta

Model Year20122012
ModelForteFiesta
TrimSXSEL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Floor mats, second row (optional) $0
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,025$970
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,055$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,0000

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Fiesta

Model Year20122012
ModelForteFiesta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in98.0 in
Length178.3 in173.6 in
Width69.9 in66.8 in
Height57.5 in58.0 in
Curb Weight2,708 lb.2,579 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in52.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in49.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in49.2 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in31.2 in
Cargo Volume14.7 ft312.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested125098%
Total Not Requested252%

Option Package Details
Ford Fiesta SEL

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Alarm100No
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans, Coupes, and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.