Kia Forte Kia Forte 2010 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2009
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

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

Join Us

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.

Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,255

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $3,440

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,127

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $2,890

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102009
ModelForteMazda3
TrimSXs
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,495 $18,135
Base Invoice $16,660 $16,989
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 180 200
Leather seating surfaces 1,000  
Sunroof 700  
Cargo net 40 40
Cargo tray 75 50
Universal garage door opener 70 75
Grand Touring Package   2,760
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.   1,335
Satellite radio   430
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 145 160
Leather seating surfaces 870  
Sunroof 610  
Cargo net 32 32
Cargo tray 60 40
Universal garage door opener 55 60
Grand Touring Package   2,574
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.   1,148
Satellite radio   344
Options (change) 2,065 4,890
Options (change) 1,772 4,358
Destination 695 670
Total Price $20,255 $23,695
Total Invoice $19,127 $22,017

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 Mazda Mazda3 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. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,979
Model Year20102009
ModelForteMazda3
TrimSXs
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionM6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6222, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17205/50-17
Total Price$20,255$23,695
Adjustments for Features0-980
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,255$22,715
Total Invoice$19,127$22,017
Adjustments for Features0-911
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,127$21,106

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20102009
ModelForteMazda3
TrimSXs
Body4dr Sedan4dr 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 
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Outside temperature display $50
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$920$1,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$980
Value of Feature Adjustments0-911

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20102009
ModelForteMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in103.9 in
Length178.3 in178.3 in
Width69.9 in69.1 in
Height57.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight2,708 lb.2,759 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume14.7 ft311.4 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Trip computer150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175No
Automatic headlights125No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Body kit0No
205/50VR17 tires400No
Total Requested175050%
Total Not Requested175050%
Moonroof and Bose Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

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.