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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: $27,120 Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| Difference: $23,895 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,449 Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| Difference: $22,061 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forte | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | EX | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,390 | $38,950 | $45,490 | $50,800 | $65,250 | $73,250 |
| Base Invoice | $18,432 | $36,224 | $42,306 | $47,244 | $60,683 | $68,123 |
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |||||
| UVO Package | 900 | |||||
| Technology Package | 2,400 | |||||
| Floor mats | 115 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 295 | 350 | 350 | |||
| Remote start | 495 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,690 | 2,690 | 2,690 | 2,690 | 2,690 | |
| Interior Package | 2,880 | 2,880 | 2,150 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,220 | 2,220 | 1,520 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| designo Package | 3,090 | 550 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Premium Package | 2,441 | |||||
| UVO Package | 837 | |||||
| Technology Package | 2,167 | |||||
| Floor mats | 93 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 244 | 326 | 326 | |||
| Remote start | 410 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | 512 | 512 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,502 | 2,502 | 2,502 | 2,502 | 2,502 | |
| Interior Package | 2,678 | 2,678 | 2,000 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,065 | 2,065 | 1,414 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | 233 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| designo Package | 2,874 | 512 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 6,905 | 11,140 | 11,140 | 8,560 | 7,980 | 5,440 |
| Options (change) | 6,192 | 10,361 | 10,361 | 7,961 | 7,421 | 5,059 |
| Destination | 825 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $27,120 | $51,015 | $53,512 | $60,285 | $74,155 | $79,615 |
| Total Invoice | $25,449 | $47,510 | $49,549 | $56,130 | $69,029 | $74,107 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,950 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,456 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forte | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | EX | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 |
| Total Price | $27,120 | $51,015 | $53,512 | $60,285 | $74,155 | $79,615 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,945 | -6,470 | -7,320 | -6,545 | -7,445 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,120 | $46,070 | $47,042 | $52,965 | $67,610 | $72,170 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $972 | $6,895 | $21,540 | $26,100 |
| Total Invoice | $25,449 | $47,510 | $49,549 | $56,130 | $69,029 | $74,107 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,605 | -5,991 | -6,815 | -6,093 | -6,930 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,449 | $42,905 | $43,558 | $49,315 | $62,936 | $67,177 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $653 | $6,410 | $20,031 | $24,272 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forte | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | EX | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||
| 6 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,100 | $9,045 | $10,570 | $11,420 | $10,645 | $11,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,945 | $6,470 | $7,320 | $6,545 | $7,445 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,605 | -5,991 | -6,815 | -6,093 | -6,930 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | Forte | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 111.8 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,960 lb. | 3,418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 12.6 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 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3400 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 6% |
| UVO Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 63% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 75% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 75% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| designo Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
| Wood trim | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| designo Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
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