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Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,080 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $8,935 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,463 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $9,088 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | EX | SX | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $19,690 | $20,890 | $34,095 |
| Base Invoice | $18,751 | $19,707 | $32,651 |
| UVO | 600 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | 2,300 | |
| Technology Package | 2,100 | 1,900 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| UVO | 558 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,441 | 2,079 | |
| Technology Package | 1,893 | 1,717 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | 93 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | 80 |
| Options (change) | 5,565 | 4,365 | 100 |
| Options (change) | 5,027 | 3,931 | 80 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 820 |
| Total Price | $26,080 | $26,080 | $35,015 |
| Total Invoice | $24,603 | $24,463 | $33,551 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,645 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,740 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | EX | SX | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 201hp I4 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $26,080 | $26,080 | $35,015 |
| Adjustments for Features | -875 | 0 | -3,165 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,205 | $26,080 | $31,850 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $875 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $24,603 | $24,463 | $33,551 |
| Adjustments for Features | -825 | 0 | -3,033 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,778 | $24,463 | $30,518 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $685 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | Forte | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | EX | SX | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip front differential | $500 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,325 | $2,450 | $5,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $875 | $0 | $3,165 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -825 | 0 | -3,033 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Forte | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 167.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,046 lb. | 2,964 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 52.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| UVO | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2700 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 26% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2450 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 27% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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