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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: $29,485 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $13,232 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,538 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $11,289 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Limited | Limited Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,800 | $40,915 | $43,530 |
| Base Invoice | $22,422 | $37,356 | $39,744 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,600 | ||
| Cargo net | 50 | 49 | 49 |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | 129 | 129 |
| Floor mats | 125 | 225 | 225 |
| Cargo mat | 95 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||
| Remote start | 495 | 499 | 499 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,236 | ||
| Cargo net | 42 | 32 | 32 |
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | 89 | 89 |
| Floor mats | 102 | 140 | 140 |
| Cargo mat | 78 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||
| Remote start | 410 | 310 | 310 |
| Options (change) | 4,790 | 902 | 902 |
| Options (change) | 4,221 | 571 | 571 |
| Destination | 895 | 900 | 900 |
| Total Price | $29,485 | $42,717 | $45,332 |
| Total Invoice | $27,538 | $38,827 | $41,215 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,632 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,017 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Limited | Limited Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 270hp V6 | 270hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/30 MPG | 19/25 MPG | 19/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 825, 12 | 825, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 245/55-19 | 245/55-19 |
| Total Price | $29,485 | $42,717 | $45,332 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,600 | -5,750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,485 | $39,117 | $39,582 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $465 |
| Total Invoice | $27,538 | $38,827 | $41,215 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,272 | -5,228 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,538 | $35,555 | $35,987 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $432 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander | Highlander |
| Trim | SX | Limited | Limited Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Seat cushion airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Intercom | $25 | $25 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | $125 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | $600 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,450 | $8,050 | $10,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,600 | $5,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,272 | -5,228 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Highlander
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Forte | Highlander |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.8 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 75.8 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 68.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,031 lb. | 4,233 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 59.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 44.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 59.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.6 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 27.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 42.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 83.7 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 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3500 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 16% |
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% |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum
| Floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 115 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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