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Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander 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. Toyota Highlander Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,375 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $12,044 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,728 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $10,173 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $20,990 | $35,595 |
| Base Invoice | $19,811 | $32,498 |
| Premium Tech Package | 4,200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 49 |
| Floor mats | 115 | 315 |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,000 | |
| Navigation system | 2,650 | |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,863 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | 34 |
| Floor mats | 93 | 200 |
| Cargo mat | 78 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 929 | |
| Navigation system | 2,359 | |
| Options (change) | 5,535 | 3,014 |
| Options (change) | 5,067 | 2,593 |
| Destination | 850 | 810 |
| Total Price | $27,375 | $39,419 |
| Total Invoice | $25,728 | $35,901 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,644 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,987 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 270hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 22/30 MPG | 18/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 245/55-19 |
| Total Price | $27,375 | $39,419 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,400 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,375 | $37,019 |
| Total Invoice | $25,728 | $35,901 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,186 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,728 | $33,715 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Removable second-row console | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | |
| Stowable center seat, second row | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,000 | $5,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,186 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.8 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 188.4 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 68.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,122 lb. | 4,045 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 59.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 43.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 59.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 42.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 3850 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited
| Floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 115 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 44% |
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