Kia Forte Kia Forte 2013 Toyota Prius c Toyota Prius c 2017

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Toyota Prius c 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.

Kia Forte vs. Toyota Prius c Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,725

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,125

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,515

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $3,609

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320132017
ModelForteFortePrius c
TrimEXSXFour
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $18,300 $19,800 $24,965
Base Invoice $17,430 $18,860 $23,239
Technology Package 1,900 1,800  
Sunroof 750 750  
Leather Package   1,000  
Technology Package 1,655 1,570  
Sunroof 655 655  
Leather Package   870  
Options (change) 2,650 3,550 0
Options (change) 2,310 3,095 0
Destination 775 775 885
Total Price $21,725 $24,125 $25,850
Total Invoice $20,515 $22,730 $24,124

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Forte dealer quotes or Toyota Prius c dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Prius c

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,330
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,934
Model Year201320132017
ModelForteFortePrius c
TrimEXSXFour
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine156hp I4173hp I473hp I4 H
TransmissionT6T6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/45-17175/65-15
Total Price$21,725$24,125$25,850
Adjustments for Features0-1,525-1,795
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,725$22,600$24,055
Cost Above Minimum$0$875$0
Total Invoice$20,515$22,730$24,124
Adjustments for Features0-1,437-1,675
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,515$21,293$22,449
Cost Above Minimum$0$778$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Prius c

Model Year201320132017
ModelForteFortePrius c
TrimEXSXFour
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
CVT  $1000
FWD$0$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200
Forward collision warning  $200
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Lane departure warning  $200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0
Seat cushion airbag, driver  $75
Seat cushion airbag, passenger  $75
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Ionizing air filtration$50$50 
Wiper de-icer $25 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 
Infotainment 
App support  $0
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
DVD-compatible player  $0
HD radio  $50
Siri Eyes Free support  $0
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Traffic + travel information  $25
Traffic information$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Detailed driving style feedback  $100
Digital instruments  $0
Heated mirrors  $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750
Power-folding mirrors$50$50 
Tachometer$75$75 
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Floor mats$75$75 
Heated front seats $200$200
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 
Metal pedals $75 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,825$3,350$3,620
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,525$1,795
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,437-1,675

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Toyota Prius c

Model Year20132017
ModelFortePrius c
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase104.3 in100.4 in
Length170.9 in158.7 in
Width69.9 in66.7 in
Height57.5 in58.7 in
Curb Weight2,782 lb.2,531 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.9.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in52.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in51.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.4 in37.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in51.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in50.8 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
19.4 ft317.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
0.0 ft30.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Automatic headlights100No
Fog lights125Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested150091%
Total Not Requested1509%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested137596%
Total Not Requested504%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested20016%
Total Not Requested107584%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans, Coupes, and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.