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Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC 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 GLC Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,615 Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| Difference: $21,905 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,942 Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| Difference: $20,184 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | EX | SX | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $22,100 | $23,800 | $40,050 | $49,990 | $56,250 | $69,900 |
| Base Invoice | $20,966 | $22,422 | $37,247 | $46,491 | $52,313 | $65,007 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,600 | 3,600 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Floor mats | 125 | 125 | ||||
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | ||||
| Remote start | 495 | 495 | ||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | 625 | 625 | 625 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,350 | 1,350 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 2,050 | 2,050 | ||||
| Smartphone integration | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 1,030 | 1,030 | 450 | 450 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | 850 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 2,590 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Premium Tech Package | 3,236 | 3,236 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | 291 | ||||
| Floor mats | 102 | 102 | ||||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | ||||
| Remote start | 410 | 410 | ||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | 581 | 581 | 581 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,256 | 1,256 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,907 | 1,907 | ||||
| Smartphone integration | 326 | 326 | 326 | 326 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 958 | 958 | 419 | 419 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | 791 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 2,409 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 4,620 | 4,620 | 8,475 | 7,625 | 6,115 | 6,235 |
| Options (change) | 4,081 | 4,081 | 7,884 | 7,093 | 5,689 | 5,800 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $27,615 | $29,315 | $49,520 | $58,610 | $63,360 | $77,130 |
| Total Invoice | $25,942 | $27,398 | $46,126 | $54,579 | $58,997 | $71,802 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,975 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,660 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | EX | SX | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 164hp I4 | 201hp I4 | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | S7 | T9 | T7 | T9 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 640, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/60-18 | 235/60-18 | 255/45-20 | 265/45-20 |
| Total Price | $27,615 | $29,315 | $49,520 | $58,610 | $63,360 | $77,130 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -275 | -5,930 | -7,430 | -9,615 | -10,265 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,615 | $29,040 | $43,590 | $51,180 | $53,745 | $66,865 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,425 | $0 | $7,590 | $10,155 | $23,275 |
| Total Invoice | $25,942 | $27,398 | $46,126 | $54,579 | $58,997 | $71,802 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -257 | -5,524 | -6,919 | -8,953 | -9,556 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,942 | $27,141 | $40,602 | $47,660 | $50,044 | $62,246 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,199 | $0 | $7,058 | $9,442 | $21,644 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | EX | SX | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding second row seats | $700 | $700 | $700 | $700 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,000 | $4,275 | $9,930 | $11,430 | $13,615 | $14,265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $275 | $5,930 | $7,430 | $9,615 | $10,265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -257 | -5,524 | -6,919 | -8,953 | -9,556 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Forte | GLC |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.1 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 183.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.4 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 64.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,929 lb. | 3,892 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 37.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 56.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| 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 | 4000 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 6% |
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 | No |
| 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 | 3900 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300
| Smartphone integration | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC350e
| Smartphone integration | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC43
| Smartphone integration | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC63
| Smartphone integration | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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