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Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,140 Kia Forte SX | |||||
| Difference: $17,620 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,790 Kia Forte SX | |||||
| Difference: $16,176 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | SX | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $18,895 | $31,600 | $33,300 | $36,900 | $53,800 |
| Base Invoice | $18,000 | $29,388 | $30,969 | $34,317 | $50,034 |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | ||||
| Sunroof | 750 | ||||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Premium II Package | 2,750 | 2,750 | |||
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | 375 | 375 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | 710 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,550 | 1,550 | 1,550 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Technology Package | 1,570 | ||||
| Sunroof | 655 | ||||
| Leather Package | 870 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | |
| Premium II Package | 2,558 | 2,558 | |||
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | 349 | 349 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | 660 | 660 | 660 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,442 | 1,442 | 1,442 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 3,550 | 8,335 | 8,335 | 5,585 | 4,035 |
| Options (change) | 3,095 | 7,753 | 7,753 | 5,195 | 3,753 |
| Destination | 695 | 825 | 825 | 825 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 |
| Total Price | $23,140 | $40,760 | $42,460 | $43,310 | $60,410 |
| Total Invoice | $21,790 | $37,966 | $39,547 | $40,337 | $56,362 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,425 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,131 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | SX | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 228hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 451hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $23,140 | $40,760 | $42,460 | $43,310 | $60,410 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,195 | -3,370 | -2,420 | -3,120 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $23,140 | $38,565 | $39,090 | $40,890 | $57,290 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $525 | $2,325 | $18,725 |
| Total Invoice | $21,790 | $37,966 | $39,547 | $40,337 | $56,362 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,045 | -3,139 | -2,254 | -2,911 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $21,790 | $35,921 | $36,408 | $38,083 | $53,451 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $487 | $2,162 | $17,530 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | SX | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,375 | $4,570 | $5,745 | $4,795 | $5,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,195 | $3,370 | $2,420 | $3,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,045 | -3,139 | -2,254 | -2,911 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,708 lb. | 3,528 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.3 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 33.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 35% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 840 | 55% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 1425 | 63% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 840 | 55% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 1425 | 63% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 840 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 840 | 55% |
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