Kia Forte Kia Forte 2018 Honda Element Honda Element 2011

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

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Honda Element 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. Honda Element Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,095

Kia Forte LX   
Difference: $4,650

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,358

Kia Forte LX   
Difference: $3,796

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820182011
ModelForteForteForteElement
TrimLXEXSXEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $18,200 $22,100 $23,800 $22,935
Base Invoice $17,463 $20,966 $22,422 $21,344
Options (change) 0 0 0 0
Options (change) 0 0 0 0
Destination 895 895 895 810
Total Price $19,095 $22,995 $24,695 $23,745
Total Invoice $18,358 $21,861 $23,317 $22,154

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 Honda Element 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. Honda Element

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,600
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,749
Model Year2018201820182011
ModelForteForteForteElement
TrimLXEXSXEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine164hp I4164hp I4201hp I4166hp I4
TransmissionT6T6S7A5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6270, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/65-15215/45-17225/40-18215/70-16
Total Price$19,095$22,995$24,695$23,745
Adjustments for Features0-2,755-3,030-50
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,095$20,240$21,665$23,695
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,145$2,570$0
Total Invoice$18,358$21,861$23,317$22,154
Adjustments for Features0-2,619-2,861-47
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,358$19,242$20,456$22,107
Cost Above Minimum$0$884$2,098$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Honda Element

Model Year2018201820182011
ModelForteForteForteElement
TrimLXEXSXEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100  
7-speed automated manual  $1200 
5-speed automatic   $900
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200 
Proximity key $250$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0
Rearview camera $200$200 
Rollover sensor   $50
Temporary spare tire   $150
Vehicle health reports $0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75$75 
Console with shifter$150$150$150 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate   $150
Overhead console storage compartments   $100
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25
Removable cooler console   $175
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers   $0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275
Rear spoiler$200$200$200 
Skid plate (one)   $50
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100 
App support $0$0 
Apple CarPlay support $100$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100 
CD player$125  $125
MP3-compatible player$50  $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25 
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices $0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25 
Automatic headlights $125$125 
Automatic-off headlights$25   
Fog lights $125$125 
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50 
Trip computer$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10  $10
Visor mirror, passenger$10  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50 
Heated front seats $200$200 
Leather seating surfaces $900$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats   $75
Metal pedals  $75 
Removable second row seats   $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 
Total Value of Features$2,620$5,375$5,650$2,670
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,755$3,030$50
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,619-2,861-47

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Honda Element

Model Year20182011
ModelForteElement
Body4dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in101.4 in
Length171.3 in169.9 in
Width70.1 in71.6 in
Height57.1 in70.4 in
Curb Weight2,929 lb.3,516 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in43.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.8 in55.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in52.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in47.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
23.2 ft325.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
56.4 ft374.6 ft3

Return to top

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.