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Kia Forte vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,740

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $9,650

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,695

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $8,880

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201020102006
ModelForteForteImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimEXSXWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,995 $17,495 $24,995
Base Invoice $15,230 $16,660 $23,481
Premium Package 800    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 180 180 183
Leather seating surfaces 1,000 1,000  
Universal garage door opener 70 70 87
Sunroof   700  
Limited Package     2,500
Premium Package 700    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 145 145 119
Leather seating surfaces 870 870  
Universal garage door opener 55 55 56
Sunroof   610  
Limited Package     2,294
Options (change) 2,050 1,950 2,770
Options (change) 1,770 1,680 2,469
Destination 695 695 625
Total Price $18,740 $20,140 $28,390
Total Invoice $17,695 $19,035 $26,575

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,450
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,757
Model Year201020102006
ModelForteForteImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimEXSXWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine156hp I4173hp I4230hp H4
TransmissionM5M6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6140, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/45-17215/45-17
Total Price$18,740$20,140$28,390
Adjustments for Features0-800-1,200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,740$19,340$27,190
Cost Above Minimum$0$600$0
Total Invoice$17,695$19,035$26,575
Adjustments for Features0-756-1,123
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,695$18,279$25,452
Cost Above Minimum$0$584$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Model Year201020102006
ModelForteForteImpreza / WRX / STI
TrimEXSXWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0
6-speed manual $150 
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Brake assist$50$50 
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Traction control$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through  $100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Wiper de-icer  $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Hood scoop  $100
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Satellite radio$200$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors  $25
Outside temperature display  $50
Trip computer $150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,125$2,925$3,325
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$800$1,200
Value of Feature Adjustments0-756-1,123

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI

Model Year20102006
ModelForteImpreza / WRX / STI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in99.4 in
Length178.3 in175.4 in
Width69.9 in68.5 in
Height57.5 in56.7 in
Curb Weight2,708 lb.3,017 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in52.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in52.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in33.0 in
Cargo Volume14.7 ft311.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
205/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested125076%
Total Not Requested40024%

Option Package Details
Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI WRX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rear spoiler200No
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested200089%
Total Not Requested25011%

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