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Kia Forte vs. Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,640 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $9,465 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,260 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $8,073 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | SX | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $18,395 | $27,030 | $29,770 | $30,750 |
| Base Invoice | $17,520 | $24,942 | $27,408 | $28,291 |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |||
| Sunroof | 750 | 960 | 960 | 960 |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | |||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | |||
| SYNC | 395 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | 195 | |
| Heated front seats | 240 | 240 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Leather Package | 870 | |||
| Sunroof | 655 | 835 | 835 | 835 |
| Technology Package | 1,570 | |||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 950 | |||
| SYNC | 344 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 518 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 | |
| Satellite radio | 170 | 170 | 170 | |
| Heated front seats | 209 | 209 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,550 | 5,275 | 3,390 | 3,150 |
| Options (change) | 4,045 | 4,591 | 2,950 | 2,741 |
| Destination | 695 | 800 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $23,640 | $33,105 | $33,960 | $34,700 |
| Total Invoice | $22,260 | $30,333 | $31,158 | $31,832 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Taurus X
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,725 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,479 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | SX | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/32 MPG | 16/24 MPG | 16/24 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $23,640 | $33,105 | $33,960 | $34,700 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,740 | -1,990 | -2,740 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $23,640 | $31,365 | $31,970 | $31,960 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $605 | $595 |
| Total Invoice | $22,260 | $30,333 | $31,158 | $31,832 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,594 | -1,826 | -2,514 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,260 | $28,739 | $29,332 | $29,318 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $593 | $579 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | SX | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,950 | $4,690 | $4,940 | $5,690 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,740 | $1,990 | $2,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,594 | -1,826 | -2,514 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 170.9 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,944 lb. | 4,033 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 46.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.4 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 14% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 375 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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