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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: $25,820 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring | ||
| Difference: $20 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,299 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $256 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | EX | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,500 | $23,145 |
| Base Invoice | $18,528 | $22,144 |
| Premium Package | 2,600 | |
| 215/45HR17 | 300 | |
| Technology Package | 2,300 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 |
| Cargo tray | 80 | 75 |
| Cargo mat | 95 | 75 |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Premium Equipment Package | 1,600 | |
| Premium Package | 2,348 | |
| 215/45HR17 | 269 | |
| Technology Package | 2,074 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | 40 |
| Cargo tray | 67 | 60 |
| Cargo mat | 78 | 60 |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Premium Equipment Package | 1,376 | |
| Options (change) | 5,540 | 1,800 |
| Options (change) | 4,971 | 1,536 |
| Destination | 800 | 875 |
| Total Price | $25,840 | $25,820 |
| Total Invoice | $24,299 | $24,555 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $995 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $671 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | EX | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 184hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/29 MPG | 25/34 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 215/45-18 |
| Total Price | $25,840 | $25,820 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -975 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,840 | $24,845 |
| Total Invoice | $24,299 | $24,555 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -927 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,299 | $23,628 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | EX | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| G-vectoring control | $100 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD player | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Road sign information | $75 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,150 | $4,125 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -927 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 180.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,036 lb. | 3,013 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 35.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 12.4 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 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2850 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 21% |
| 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
Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring
| Premium Equipment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Road sign information | 75 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 59% |
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