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Kia Sorento vs. Subaru Forester 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 Sorento vs. Subaru Forester Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $31,025 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $3,625 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,681 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited | |||
| Difference: $3,879 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Sorento | Sorento | Forester |
| Trim | EX V6 | SX V6 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,950 | $33,150 | $27,895 |
| Base Invoice | $26,490 | $31,125 | $26,116 |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | ||
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |
| Cargo cover | 125 | 125 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | 46 |
| Rear bumper protector | 65 | 72 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 350 | 350 | 299 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 195 | 195 | |
| AWD | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | 1,000 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 353 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | ||
| Satellite radio | 445 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,945 | ||
| Floor mats | 95 | 95 | |
| Cargo cover | 100 | 100 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | 40 | 30 |
| Rear bumper protector | 50 | 47 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 280 | 280 | 195 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 150 | 150 | |
| AWD | 1,610 | 1,595 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,340 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | 909 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | ||
| Satellite radio | 334 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,900 | 4,035 | 2,485 |
| Options (change) | 5,270 | 3,600 | 1,920 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 645 |
| Total Price | $34,650 | $37,985 | $31,025 |
| Total Invoice | $32,560 | $35,525 | $28,681 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sorento EX V6 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $685 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $171 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Sorento | Sorento | Forester |
| Trim | EX V6 | SX V6 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 276hp V6 | 276hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/24 MPG | 18/24 MPG | 18/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 550, 10 | 550, 10 | 155, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-18 | 235/60-18 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $34,650 | $37,985 | $31,025 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,310 | -5,830 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,340 | $32,155 | $31,025 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,815 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,560 | $35,525 | $28,681 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,050 | -5,452 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,510 | $30,073 | $28,681 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,563 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Sorento | Sorento | Forester |
| Trim | EX V6 | SX V6 | 2.5 XT Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Lockable center differential | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive, small | $5 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $10,030 | $11,550 | $5,720 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,310 | $5,830 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,050 | -5,452 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Sorento | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 183.9 in | 176.6 in |
| Width | 74.2 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 67.3 in | 65.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,935 lb. | 3,350 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.3 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.9 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 33.7 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 36.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 44.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 31.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Sorento EX V6
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Infinity, 550W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 2200 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4-speed automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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