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Kia Forte vs. Mini Hardtop Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Mini Hardtop Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,440

Kia Forte Koup EX   
Difference: $8,660

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,540

Kia Forte Koup EX   
Difference: $6,915

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112008
ModelForteHardtop
TrimKoup EXCooper S
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $16,995 $21,200
Base Invoice $16,190 $19,080
Sunroof 750  
Cruise control   250
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Center armrest(s), front row   250
Stability control   500
Bluetooth cell phone link   500
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,250
Panoramic sunroof   1,000
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription   1,000
Sunroof 655  
Cruise control   225
Metallic paint (extra cost)   450
Center armrest(s), front row   225
Stability control   450
Bluetooth cell phone link   450
6-speed shiftable automatic   1,125
Panoramic sunroof   900
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription   900
Options (change) 750 5,250
Options (change) 655 4,725
Destination 695 650
Total Price $18,440 $27,100
Total Invoice $17,540 $24,455

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mini Hardtop

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte Koup EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,290
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,874
Model Year20112008
ModelForteHardtop
TrimKoup EXCooper S
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine156hp I4172hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/34 MPG23/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16195/55-16
Total Price$18,440$27,100
Adjustments for Features0-3,370
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,440$23,730
Total Invoice$17,540$24,455
Adjustments for Features0-3,041
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,540$21,414

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mini Hardtop

Model Year20112008
ModelForteHardtop
TrimKoup EXCooper S
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Tires, run-flat $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo cover $75
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Hood scoop $100
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - lifetime subscription $550
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals $75
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,770$5,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,370
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,041

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Mini Hardtop features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mini Hardtop

Model Year20112008
ModelForteHardtop
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.3 in97.1 in
Length176.4 in145.6 in
Width69.5 in66.3 in
Height55.1 in55.4 in
Curb Weight2,716 lb.2,712 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.11.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in50.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.5 in44.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in29.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		12.6 ft35.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		12.624.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Mini Hardtop specs.

Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop Cooper S

Cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
FeatureValueRequested?
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested100100%

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