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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: $23,240 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,942 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $21,420 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | EX | SX | GLC300 | AMG GLC43 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $22,100 | $23,800 | $39,150 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $20,966 | $22,422 | $36,410 | $51,057 |
| 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 | ||
| Premium 2 Package | 3,600 | 2,350 | ||
| Burmester 640W 14 speakers | 850 | 850 | ||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | 350 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 1,030 | 450 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | 850 | ||
| Wood trim | 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 | ||
| Premium 2 Package | 3,348 | 2,186 | ||
| Burmester 640W 14 speakers | 791 | 791 | ||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,767 | 1,767 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | 326 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 958 | 419 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | 791 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,620 | 4,620 | 10,780 | 8,600 |
| Options (change) | 4,081 | 4,081 | 10,027 | 8,000 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $27,615 | $29,315 | $50,855 | $64,425 |
| Total Invoice | $25,942 | $27,398 | $47,362 | $59,982 |
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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: $16,395 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,045 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | EX | SX | GLC300 | AMG GLC43 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 164hp I4 | 201hp I4 | 241hp I4 | 362hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | S7 | T9 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 640, 14 | 640, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/60-18 | 255/45-20 |
| Total Price | $27,615 | $29,315 | $50,855 | $64,425 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -275 | -6,845 | -10,195 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,615 | $29,040 | $44,010 | $54,230 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,425 | $0 | $10,220 |
| Total Invoice | $25,942 | $27,398 | $47,362 | $59,982 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -257 | -6,375 | -9,492 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,942 | $27,141 | $40,987 | $50,490 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,199 | $0 | $9,503 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | GLC | GLC |
| Trim | EX | SX | GLC300 | AMG GLC43 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 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 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | $100 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | |||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding second row seats | $700 | $700 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,225 | $4,500 | $11,070 | $14,420 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $275 | $6,845 | $10,195 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -257 | -6,375 | -9,492 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | 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 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3900 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300
| Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
| 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 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Cargo organizer | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1415 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 665 | 32% |
| 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
| Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Cargo organizer | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 765 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 565 | 42% |
| 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% |
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