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Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,165 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $49,950 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,512 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $46,271 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | CLS | CLS | CLS |
| Trim | EX | CLS400 | CLS550 | AMG CLS63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $21,600 | $67,550 | $74,850 | $108,900 |
| Base Invoice | $20,410 | $62,822 | $69,611 | $101,277 |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,900 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |||
| Floor mats | 125 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 295 | |||
| Night Package | 300 | 300 | ||
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 500 | 500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,900 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,250 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 440 | 440 | ||
| Premium Package | 4,200 | 2,500 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,570 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |||
| Floor mats | 102 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 244 | |||
| Night Package | 279 | 279 | ||
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 465 | 465 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,767 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,023 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 409 | 409 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,906 | 2,325 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,670 | 8,640 | 7,690 | 4,750 |
| Options (change) | 4,207 | 8,036 | 7,152 | 4,418 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $27,165 | $77,115 | $83,465 | $114,575 |
| Total Invoice | $25,512 | $71,783 | $77,688 | $106,620 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $41,570 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,470 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | CLS | CLS | CLS |
| Trim | EX | CLS400 | CLS550 | AMG CLS63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 164hp I4 | 329hp V6 | 402hp V8 | 577hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T9 | T9 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $27,165 | $77,115 | $83,465 | $114,575 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -8,380 | -9,445 | -13,370 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,165 | $68,735 | $74,020 | $101,205 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $5,285 | $32,470 |
| Total Invoice | $25,512 | $71,783 | $77,688 | $106,620 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,801 | -8,791 | -12,442 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,512 | $63,982 | $68,897 | $94,178 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,915 | $30,196 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | CLS | CLS | CLS |
| Trim | EX | CLS400 | CLS550 | AMG CLS63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,425 | $11,805 | $12,870 | $16,795 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $8,380 | $9,445 | $13,370 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -7,801 | -8,791 | -12,442 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | CLS |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.2 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 194.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.1 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,909 lb. | 4,035 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 57.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4475 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS400
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1000 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Night Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 50% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 51% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS550
| Night Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 50% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 59% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS AMG CLS63 S
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 50% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 55% |
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