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Kia Forte vs. Subaru WRX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Subaru WRX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,225

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $10,035

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,707

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $9,170

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620172017
ModelForteWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,990 $30,995 $39,995
Base Invoice $18,993 $29,154 $37,750
Premium Package 3,000    
Universal garage door opener 350 85 85
Floor mats 115    
Rear spoiler 295    
Cargo net 50 55 55
Cargo tray 80 71 71
Remote start 495 469  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   165 165
Navigation Package   2,600  
Premium Package 2,717    
Universal garage door opener 291 56 56
Floor mats 93    
Rear spoiler 244    
Cargo net 42 36 36
Cargo tray 67 46 46
Remote start 410 351  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   107 107
Navigation Package   2,307  
Options (change) 4,385 3,445 376
Options (change) 3,864 2,903 245
Destination 850 820 820
Total Price $25,225 $35,260 $41,191
Total Invoice $23,707 $32,877 $38,815

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru WRX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,250
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,573
Model Year201620172017
ModelForteWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4268hp H4305hp H4
TransmissionT6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6440, 9440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$25,225$35,260$41,191
Adjustments for Features0-2,785-3,935
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,225$32,475$37,256
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,781
Total Invoice$23,707$32,877$38,815
Adjustments for Features0-2,597-3,708
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,707$30,280$35,107
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,827

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year201620172017
ModelForteWRXWRX
TrimEXLimitedSTI Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
PIN Code Access $10$10
Remote start$150$150 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25  
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Blind spot warning system $200$200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100$100
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Rollover sensor $50$50
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Wiper de-icer $25$25
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential  $275
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0
Front splitter spoiler $200$200
Hood scoop $100$100
Infotainment 
CD player$125  
HD radio$50  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Traffic information$25  
Voice control for external devices$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge $75$75
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Door sill trim plates  $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200  
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$1,950$4,735$5,885
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,785$3,935
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,597-3,708

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Subaru WRX

Model Year20162017
ModelForteWRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in104.3 in
Length179.5 in180.9 in
Width70.1 in70.7 in
Height56.5 in58.1 in
Curb Weight2,960 lb.3,268 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in52.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft312.0 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Vehicle health reports0Yes
911 assist25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested330098%
Total Not Requested752%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
PIN Code Access10No
Total Requested95059%
Total Not Requested66041%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX STI Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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