Kia Forte Kia Forte 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse 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.

Kia Forte vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,100

Kia Forte Koup SX   
Difference: $3,593

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,935

Kia Forte Koup SX   
Difference: $3,666

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelForteEclipse
TrimKoup SXGS Sport
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $18,600 $24,699
Base Invoice $17,710 $23,657
Leather Package 1,000  
Sunroof 750  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,000  
iPod integration   199
Leather Package 870  
Sunroof 655  
6-speed shiftable automatic 950  
iPod integration   149
Options (change) 2,750 199
Options (change) 2,475 149
Destination 750 795
Total Price $22,100 $25,693
Total Invoice $20,935 $24,601

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Forte dealer quotes or Mitsubishi Eclipse dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte Koup SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,113
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,206
Model Year20122012
ModelForteEclipse
TrimKoup SXGS Sport
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine173hp I4162hp I4
TransmissionT6T4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/32 MPG16/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6650, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17235/45-18
Total Price$22,100$25,693
Adjustments for Features0-480
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,100$25,213
Total Invoice$20,935$24,601
Adjustments for Features0-460
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,935$24,141

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse

Model Year20122012
ModelForteEclipse
TrimKoup SXGS Sport
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic $900
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
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 
Brake assist$50 
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Larger rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
iPod integration $100
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Speaker lights$100 
Trip computer$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
No leather in second row $-300
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,370$2,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$480
Value of Feature Adjustments0-460

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mitsubishi Eclipse

Model Year20122012
ModelForteEclipse
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.3 in101.4 in
Length176.4 in180.4 in
Width69.5 in72.2 in
Height55.1 in53.5 in
Curb Weight2,879 lb.3,609 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in54.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in34.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.5 in51.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in44.4 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in29.2 in
Cargo Volume12.6 ft315.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Forte Koup SX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested125098%
Total Not Requested252%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans, Coupes, and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.