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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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Kia Forte vs. Honda Element Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $20,140 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $4,905 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,010 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $4,344 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | Element |
| Trim | EX | SX | EX |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $16,895 | $18,395 | $22,635 |
| Base Invoice | $16,090 | $17,520 | $21,067 |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | |
| Sunroof | 750 | 750 | |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,700 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,570 | 1,570 | |
| Sunroof | 655 | 655 | |
| Leather Package | 870 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,577 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,550 | 3,550 | 1,700 |
| Options (change) | 2,225 | 3,095 | 1,577 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 710 |
| Total Price | $20,140 | $22,640 | $25,045 |
| Total Invoice | $19,010 | $21,310 | $23,354 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Honda Element
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,885 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,269 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | Element |
| Trim | EX | SX | EX |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 156hp I4 | 173hp I4 | 166hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 270, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 215/45-17 | 215/70-16 |
| Total Price | $20,140 | $22,640 | $25,045 |
| Adjustments for Features | -980 | -2,605 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $19,160 | $20,035 | $25,045 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $875 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $19,010 | $21,310 | $23,354 |
| Adjustments for Features | -925 | -2,452 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $18,085 | $18,858 | $23,354 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $773 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Honda Element
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | Element |
| Trim | EX | SX | EX |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | ||
| Removable cooler console | $175 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Removable second row seats | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,125 | $4,750 | $2,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $980 | $2,605 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -925 | -2,452 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Honda Element
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Forte | Element |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 101.4 in |
| Length | 170.9 in | 169.9 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.6 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,782 lb. | 3,516 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 41.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 47.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | 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 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 35% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Honda Element EX
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 16% |
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