Kia Forte Kia Forte 2018 Mazda Mazda6 Mazda Mazda6 2017

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

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6 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 Mazda6 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,410

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $2,800

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,062

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $2,583

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182017
ModelForteMazda6
TrimEXTouring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,600 $24,195
Base Invoice $20,410 $22,858
Universal garage door opener 350 100
Floor mats 125  
Cargo net 50 50
Cargo mat 95 75
Rear spoiler 295 350
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   195
Fog lights   370
Universal garage door opener 291 80
Floor mats 102  
Cargo net 42 40
Cargo mat 78 60
Rear spoiler 244 280
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   156
Fog lights   296
Options (change) 915 1,140
Options (change) 757 912
Destination 895 875
Total Price $23,410 $26,210
Total Invoice $22,062 $24,645

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 Mazda6 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 Mazda6

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,400
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,091
Model Year20182017
ModelForteMazda6
TrimEXTouring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine164hp I4184hp I4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/30 MPG24/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/45-19
Total Price$23,410$26,210
Adjustments for Features-1,6000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,810$26,210
Total Invoice$22,062$24,645
Adjustments for Features-1,5080
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,554$24,645

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6

Model Year20182017
ModelForteMazda6
TrimEXTouring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
G-vectoring control $100
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio$200 
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25 
Heated mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats$200 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
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 recliner, driver seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Total Value of Features$2,975$1,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,600$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,5080

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6

Model Year20182017
ModelForteMazda6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in111.4 in
Length179.5 in191.5 in
Width70.1 in72.4 in
Height56.3 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,011 lb.3,179 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.16.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.8 in56.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in38.7 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft314.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda6 Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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.