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Kia Forte vs. Subaru Forester 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. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,220 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $5,581 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,708 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $4,824 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Forester |
| Trim | SX | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $20,900 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $19,717 | $26,116 |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 46 |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | 72 |
| Cargo tray | 80 | 75 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |
| Satellite radio | 445 | |
| Premium Package | 1,986 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | 30 |
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | 47 |
| Cargo tray | 67 | 46 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 941 | |
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | |
| Rear spoiler | 230 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |
| Satellite radio | 334 | |
| Options (change) | 3,520 | 2,261 |
| Options (change) | 3,191 | 1,771 |
| Destination | 800 | 645 |
| Total Price | $25,220 | $30,801 |
| Total Invoice | $23,708 | $28,532 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,961 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,250 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Forester |
| Trim | SX | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/29 MPG | 18/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 155, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $25,220 | $30,801 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -620 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,220 | $30,181 |
| Total Invoice | $23,708 | $28,532 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -574 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,708 | $27,958 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Forester |
| Trim | SX | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,150 | $5,770 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $620 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -574 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | Forte | Forester |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,122 lb. | 3,350 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2600 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 22% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
| 4-speed automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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