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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: $1,065

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,559

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $401

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420142012
ModelForteForteMatrix
TrimEXSXS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $19,700 $20,900 $19,565
Base Invoice $18,759 $19,717 $18,097
Sport Package     1,240
Sport Package     1,103
Options (change) 0 0 1,240
Options (change) 0 0 1,103
Destination 800 800 760
Total Price $20,500 $21,700 $21,565
Total Invoice $19,559 $20,517 $19,960

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,295
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,529
Model Year201420142012
ModelForteForteMatrix
TrimEXSXS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine173hp I4201hp I4158hp I4
TransmissionT6M6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/40-18215/45-17
Total Price$20,500$21,700$21,565
Adjustments for Features-2,230-1,6050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,270$20,095$21,565
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,825$0
Total Invoice$19,559$20,517$19,960
Adjustments for Features-2,128-1,5180
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,431$18,999$19,960
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,568$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year201420142012
ModelForteForteMatrix
TrimEXSXS
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Proximity key $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Rearview camera$200$200 
Temporary spare tire  $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 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
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 
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
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Metal pedals $75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,650$2,025$420
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,230$1,605$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,128-1,5180

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Matrix

Model Year20142012
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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Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix S

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels350Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
215/45WR17 tires400No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested55058%
Total Not Requested40042%

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