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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: $24,970 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $960 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,494 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $428 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | EX | s |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,990 | $18,135 |
| Base Invoice | $18,993 | $16,989 |
| Premium Package | 3,000 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | 40 |
| Cargo net | 50 | 40 |
| Cargo tray | 80 | 50 |
| Rear spoiler | 295 | 325 |
| Remote start | 495 | 350 |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,760 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 200 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,335 | |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 75 | |
| Premium Package | 2,717 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Cargo mat | 78 | 32 |
| Cargo net | 42 | 32 |
| Cargo tray | 67 | 40 |
| Rear spoiler | 244 | 260 |
| Remote start | 410 | 280 |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,574 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 160 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,148 | |
| Navigation system | 1,677 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 60 | |
| Options (change) | 4,130 | 7,125 |
| Options (change) | 3,651 | 6,263 |
| Destination | 850 | 670 |
| Total Price | $24,970 | $25,930 |
| Total Invoice | $23,494 | $23,922 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,710 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,134 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | EX | s |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 156hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | 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 | $24,970 | $25,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | -750 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,220 | $25,930 |
| Total Invoice | $23,494 | $23,922 |
| Adjustments for Features | -706 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,788 | $23,922 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Trim | EX | s |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| 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 | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,525 | $1,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $750 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -706 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda3
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Mazda3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.9 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.1 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,960 lb. | 2,759 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 36.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2850 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s
| 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| 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 | 1875 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 1625 | 46% |
| 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% |
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