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Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,005

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $5,929

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,695

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $5,139

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162009
ModelForteJetta
TrimEXGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,990 $24,770
Base Invoice $18,993 $23,094
Premium Package 3,000  
Floor mats 115  
Cargo net 50 69
Autobahn Package   2,405
Navigation system   1,990
Premium Package 2,717  
Floor mats 93  
Cargo net 42 55
Autobahn Package   2,227
Navigation system   1,758
Options (change) 3,165 4,464
Options (change) 2,852 4,040
Destination 850 700
Total Price $24,005 $29,934
Total Invoice $22,695 $27,834

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,824
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,985
Model Year20162009
ModelForteJetta
TrimEXGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG21/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$24,005$29,934
Adjustments for Features-8950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,110$29,934
Total Invoice$22,695$27,834
Adjustments for Features-8460
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,849$27,834

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20162009
ModelForteJetta
TrimEXGLI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents $100
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio$50 
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass $0
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,575$1,680
Value of Feature Adjustments$895$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-8460

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Jetta features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20162009
ModelForteJetta
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in101.5 in
Length179.5 in179.3 in
Width70.1 in70.1 in
Height56.5 in57.4 in
Curb Weight3,036 lb.3,308 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft316.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Volkswagen Jetta specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested260077%
Total Not Requested77523%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive, large15No
USB port25Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested62594%
Total Not Requested406%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Front seat active head restraints0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested180090%
Total Not Requested20010%

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