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Kia Forte vs. Lincoln MKZ 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. Lincoln MKZ Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,110 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $15,560 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,522 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $14,406 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Forte | MKZ |
| Trim | EX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,500 | $34,755 |
| Base Invoice | $18,528 | $32,677 |
| Premium Package | 2,600 | |
| 215/45HR17 | 300 | |
| Technology Package | 2,300 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Remote start | 495 | 345 |
| Package 102A | 5,695 | |
| Premium Package | 2,348 | |
| 215/45HR17 | 269 | |
| Technology Package | 2,074 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Remote start | 410 | 307 |
| Package 102A | 5,069 | |
| Options (change) | 5,810 | 6,040 |
| Options (change) | 5,194 | 5,376 |
| Destination | 800 | 875 |
| Total Price | $26,110 | $41,670 |
| Total Invoice | $24,522 | $38,928 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Lincoln MKZ
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,750 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,715 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Forte | MKZ |
| Trim | EX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/29 MPG | 18/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 600, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $26,110 | $41,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,810 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,110 | $39,860 |
| Total Invoice | $24,522 | $38,928 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,691 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,522 | $37,237 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Lincoln MKZ
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Forte | MKZ |
| Trim | EX | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,875 | $4,685 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,810 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,691 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Lincoln MKZ
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Forte | MKZ |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 190.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,036 lb. | 3,598 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 37.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium 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 |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3050 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 16% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| LED tail lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ
| Package 102A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| THX-certified, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | 250 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD player | 125 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2450 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1415 | 37% |
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