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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: $28,125 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $5,375 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,351 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $4,325 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 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 | $20,990 | $27,030 | $29,770 | $30,750 |
| Base Invoice | $19,811 | $24,942 | $27,408 | $28,291 |
| Premium Tech Package | 4,200 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | |||
| Floor mats | 115 | |||
| Remote start | 495 | 395 | 395 | 395 |
| Cargo net | 50 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 255 | |||
| Premium Tech Package | 3,863 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | |||
| Floor mats | 93 | |||
| Remote start | 410 | 343 | 343 | 343 |
| Cargo net | 42 | |||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 929 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 222 | |||
| Options (change) | 6,285 | 5,670 | 3,785 | 3,800 |
| Options (change) | 5,690 | 4,934 | 3,293 | 3,306 |
| Destination | 850 | 800 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $28,125 | $33,500 | $34,355 | $35,350 |
| Total Invoice | $26,351 | $30,676 | $31,501 | $32,397 |
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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: $5,415 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,362 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 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 | 201hp I4 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/30 MPG | 16/24 MPG | 16/24 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $28,125 | $33,500 | $34,355 | $35,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | -40 | 0 | -250 | -1,265 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,085 | $33,500 | $34,105 | $34,085 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $605 | $585 |
| Total Invoice | $26,351 | $30,676 | $31,501 | $32,397 |
| Adjustments for Features | -37 | 0 | -229 | -1,159 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,314 | $30,676 | $31,272 | $31,238 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $596 | $562 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2016 | 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 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| 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 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,165 | $4,125 | $4,375 | $5,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $40 | $0 | $250 | $1,265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -37 | 0 | -229 | -1,159 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,122 lb. | 4,033 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 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 | 23.2 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Tech 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 |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 3950 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 15% |
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 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 175 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
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% |
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 140 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 47% |
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