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Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,500

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $650

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,179

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $380

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2014201420092009
ModelForteForteMatrixMatrix
TrimEXSXSXRS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $19,700 $20,900 $18,360 $20,760
Base Invoice $18,759 $19,717 $16,798 $18,994
215/45WR17     880  
Stability control     250  
Sport Package     270  
CD changer, in-dash     420  
Cruise control     250  
215/45WR17     704  
Stability control     215  
Sport Package     216  
CD changer, in-dash     326  
Cruise control     200  
Options (change) 0 0 2,070 0
Options (change) 0 0 1,661 0
Destination 800 800 720 720
Total Price $20,500 $21,700 $21,150 $21,480
Total Invoice $19,559 $20,517 $19,179 $19,714

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,755
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,628
Model Year2014201420092009
ModelForteForteMatrixMatrix
TrimEXSXSXRS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine173hp I4201hp I4158hp I4158hp I4
TransmissionT6M6M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/40-18215/45-17215/45-18
Total Price$20,500$21,700$21,150$21,480
Adjustments for Features-2,105-1,48000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,395$20,220$21,150$21,480
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,825$0$330
Total Invoice$19,559$20,517$19,179$19,714
Adjustments for Features-2,008-1,39900
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,551$19,118$19,179$19,714
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,567$0$535

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year2014201420092009
ModelForteForteMatrixMatrix
TrimEXSXSXRS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
6-speed manual $150  
5-speed manual  $0$0
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100$100
Proximity key $250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25  
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0
Rearview camera$200$200  
Temporary spare tire  $150$150
Vehicle health reports$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25  
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200
Infotainment 
App support$0$0  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100  
CD changer, in-dash  $325 
CD player$125$125 $125
Satellite radio$200$200  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
USB port$25$25  
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125  
Heated mirrors$25$25  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Trip computer$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Folding passenger seat  $150$150
Metal pedals $75  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0
Total Value of Features$2,850$2,225$745$745
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,105$1,480$0$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,008-1,39900

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year20142009
ModelForteMatrix
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in102.4 in
Length171.3 in171.9 in
Width70.1 in69.5 in
Height57.1 in61.4 in
Curb Weight3,046 lb.2,866 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in39.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in43.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		23.2 ft319.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		56.4 ft361.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix S

215/45WR17 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
215/45WR17 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
CD changer, in-dash
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested27558%
Total Not Requested20042%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%

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