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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: $29,435 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $8,138 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,496 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $5,888 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Sport | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,800 | $29,260 | $33,070 |
| Base Invoice | $22,422 | $26,408 | $29,762 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,600 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | ||
| Floor mats | 125 | 185 | 275 |
| Remote start | 495 | 529 | 529 |
| Cargo mat | 95 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | 125 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 375 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,490 | ||
| Satellite radio | 449 | 449 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | ||
| Extra Value Package 6 | 2,475 | ||
| Third-row seat | 1,090 | ||
| Extra Value Package 8 | 3,280 | ||
| Premium Tech Package | 3,236 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | ||
| Floor mats | 102 | 120 | 180 |
| Remote start | 410 | 380 | 380 |
| Cargo mat | 78 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | 100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 300 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,192 | ||
| Satellite radio | 359 | 359 | |
| Sunroof | 680 | ||
| Extra Value Package 6 | 2,228 | ||
| Third-row seat | 872 | ||
| Extra Value Package 8 | 2,952 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,740 | 7,568 | 4,533 |
| Options (change) | 4,179 | 6,231 | 3,871 |
| Destination | 895 | 745 | 745 |
| Total Price | $29,435 | $37,573 | $38,348 |
| Total Invoice | $27,496 | $33,384 | $34,378 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,213 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,358 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Sport | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 270hp V6 | 270hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/30 MPG | 18/24 MPG | 18/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 245/55-19 | 245/55-19 |
| Total Price | $29,435 | $37,573 | $38,348 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -25 | -1,700 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,435 | $37,548 | $36,648 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $900 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,496 | $33,384 | $34,378 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -22 | -1,524 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,496 | $33,362 | $32,854 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $508 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Sport | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Removable second-row console | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $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 | ||
| Stowable center seat, second row | $150 | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,575 | $4,600 | $6,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $25 | $1,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -22 | -1,524 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 |
| 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 | 3,031 lb. | 3,979 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 | 53.8 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? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 2625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Sport
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Extra Value Package 6 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Third-row 2-person bench | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited
| Extra Value Package 8 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 100 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | No |
| JBL, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 39% |
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