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Kia Forte vs. Nissan LEAF Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Nissan LEAF Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,180

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $8,385

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,067

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $7,235

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102014
ModelForteLEAF
TrimSXSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $17,495 $35,020
Base Invoice $16,660 $32,803
Leather seating surfaces 1,000  
Sunroof 700  
Cargo net 40 25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 180  
Universal garage door opener 70  
Floor mats   170
Leather seating surfaces 870  
Sunroof 610  
Cargo net 32 18
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 145  
Universal garage door opener 55  
Floor mats   131
Options (change) 1,990 195
Options (change) 1,712 149
Destination 695 850
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $20,180 $28,565
Total Invoice $19,067 $26,302

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan LEAF

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,245
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,423
Model Year20102014
ModelForteLEAF
TrimSXSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine173hp I4107hp E
TransmissionM6A1
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/50-17
Total Price$20,180$28,565
Adjustments for Features0-4,140
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,180$24,425
Total Invoice$19,067$26,302
Adjustments for Features0-3,812
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,067$22,490

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20102014
ModelForteLEAF
TrimSXSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Photovoltaic solar panel $250
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heat pump $250
Interior air filter$0 
Rear wiper $175
Engine / Motor 
24 kWh battery pack $0
6.6 kW onboard charger $500
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Navigation system $600
Pandora internet radio connectivity $0
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass$0 
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Digital instruments $0
Heated mirrors $25
LED headlights $1000
Outside temperature display $50
Tachometer$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Heated second row seats $200
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,825$5,965
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,140
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,812

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20102014
ModelForteLEAF
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in
Length178.3 in175.0 in
Width69.9 in69.7 in
Height57.5 in61.0 in
Curb Weight2,708 lb.3,257 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.7 ft324.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.730.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Nissan LEAF SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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