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Kia Forte vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,640

Kia Forte Koup SX   
Difference: $9,505

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,310

Kia Forte Koup SX   
Difference: $9,122

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201720172017
ModelForteMustangMustangMustang
TrimKoup SXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $18,395 $30,195 $37,195 $54,845
Base Invoice $17,520 $28,534 $35,149 $51,828
Technology Package 1,800      
Sunroof 750      
Leather Package 1,000      
Navigation system   795 795  
Temporary spare tire   255 255  
Rear spoiler   0 0  
Convenience Package       3,000
Technology Package 1,570      
Sunroof 655      
Leather Package 870      
Navigation system   755 755  
Temporary spare tire   243 243  
Rear spoiler   0 0  
Convenience Package       2,850
Options (change) 3,550 1,050 1,050 3,000
Options (change) 3,095 998 998 2,850
Destination 695 900 900 900
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300
Total Price $22,640 $32,145 $39,145 $60,045
Total Invoice $21,310 $30,432 $37,047 $56,878

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte Koup SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,220
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,959
Model Year2011201720172017
ModelForteMustangMustangMustang
TrimKoup SXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine173hp I4310hp I4435hp V8526hp V8
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19
Total Price$22,640$32,145$39,145$60,045
Adjustments for Features0-2,285-2,435-3,085
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,640$29,860$36,710$56,960
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,850$27,100
Total Invoice$21,310$30,432$37,047$56,878
Adjustments for Features0-2,163-2,304-2,922
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,310$28,269$34,743$53,956
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,474$25,687

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year2011201720172017
ModelForteMustangMustangMustang
TrimKoup SXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0  
Universal garage door opener $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25
Active glove box $100$100$100
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
High performance brake pads (optional)   $0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Line lock  $50$50
Safety key $5$5$5
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25   
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Wiper de-icer$25   
Drivetrain 
Differential cooler   $0
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential   $300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0  
Body kit (gray/black) $0$0$0
Larger rear spoiler   $200
Rear spoiler $200$200 
Sunroof$900   
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100$100
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100
Aux input$50   
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
HD radio   $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Traffic + travel information $25$25$25
Traffic information$25   
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Heated mirrors $25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50$50
Performance meter $150$150$150
Speaker lights$100   
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50$50
Visor mirror, driver$10   
Visor mirror, passenger$10   
Xenon HID headlights $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100$100
Center armrest(s), second row$50   
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300$300
Door sill trim plates   $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50   
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0$0$0
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  $0
Wheels, dark finish   $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100
Total Value of Features$1,820$4,105$4,255$4,905
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,285$2,435$3,085
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,163-2,304-2,922

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20112017
ModelForteMustang
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Wheelbase104.3 in107.1 in
Length176.4 in188.3 in
Width69.5 in75.4 in
Height55.1 in54.4 in
Curb Weight2,717 lb.3,527 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in34.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.5 in52.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in30.6 in
Cargo Volume12.6 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte Koup SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested1375100%
Total Not Requested00%
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 Mustang EcoBoost Premium

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested67596%
Total Not Requested254%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested67596%
Total Not Requested254%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Traffic + travel information25No
Unbranded, 9 speakers350No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Total Requested220055%
Total Not Requested180045%

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