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Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3 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. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $20,255 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $2,495 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,127 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $1,998 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | SX | s |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $17,495 | $17,535 |
| Base Invoice | $16,660 | $16,416 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | 175 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,000 | |
| Sunroof | 700 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | 40 |
| Cargo tray | 75 | 50 |
| Universal garage door opener | 70 | 75 |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,335 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,460 | |
| Satellite radio | 430 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | 140 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 870 | |
| Sunroof | 610 | |
| Cargo net | 32 | 32 |
| Cargo tray | 60 | 40 |
| Universal garage door opener | 55 | 60 |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,148 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,295 | |
| Satellite radio | 344 | |
| Options (change) | 2,065 | 4,565 |
| Options (change) | 1,772 | 4,059 |
| Destination | 695 | 650 |
| Total Price | $20,255 | $22,750 |
| Total Invoice | $19,127 | $21,125 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,895 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,441 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | SX | s |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 156hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 222, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 205/50-17 |
| Total Price | $20,255 | $22,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -600 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $20,255 | $22,150 |
| Total Invoice | $19,127 | $21,125 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -557 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,127 | $20,568 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | SX | s |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $900 | $1,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $600 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -557 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 69.1 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,708 lb. | 2,759 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
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| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 46% |
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