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Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,925 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $44,905 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,075 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $41,648 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Forte | GL |
| Trim | SX | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,800 | $62,570 |
| Base Invoice | $22,422 | $58,190 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,600 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Floor mats | 125 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | |
| Cargo tray | 80 | 160 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,280 | |
| Lighting Package | 985 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 600 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 570 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,930 | |
| Proximity key | 1,140 | |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,236 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |
| Floor mats | 102 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | |
| Cargo tray | 67 | 149 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,980 | |
| Lighting Package | 916 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 558 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 530 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,795 | |
| Proximity key | 1,060 | |
| Options (change) | 4,230 | 10,385 |
| Options (change) | 3,758 | 9,658 |
| Destination | 895 | 875 |
| Total Price | $28,925 | $73,830 |
| Total Invoice | $27,075 | $68,723 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $36,235 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,578 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Forte | GL |
| Trim | SX | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 335hp V8 |
| Transmission | S7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/30 MPG | 13/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 275/55-19 |
| Total Price | $28,925 | $73,830 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -8,670 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,925 | $65,160 |
| Total Invoice | $27,075 | $68,723 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -8,070 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,075 | $60,653 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Forte | GL |
| Trim | SX | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Approach detection | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,175 | $11,845 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $8,670 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -8,070 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Forte | GL |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 200.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 76.0 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 72.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,031 lb. | 5,346 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 4050 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL350
| Cargo tray | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo tray | 40 | Yes |
| Cargo organizer | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 40 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 71% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 990 | 38% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
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