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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: $34,962 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $1,843 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,019 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| Difference: $2,456 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Sorento | Sorento | Forester |
| Trim | EX V6 | SX V6 | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $27,950 | $33,150 | $29,995 |
| Base Invoice | $26,490 | $31,125 | $28,084 |
| Limited Package | 2,000 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,300 | ||
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | 48 |
| Rear bumper protector | 65 | ||
| Cargo cover | 125 | 125 | 166 |
| Remote start | 350 | 350 | 432 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 350 | 350 | 468 |
| AWD | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 195 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | ||
| Rugged Package | 887 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 93 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 363 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,600 | ||
| Limited Package | 1,785 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,945 | ||
| Floor mats | 95 | 95 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | 40 | 31 |
| Rear bumper protector | 50 | ||
| Cargo cover | 100 | 100 | 108 |
| Remote start | 280 | 280 | 324 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 280 | 280 | 351 |
| AWD | 1,610 | 1,595 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 150 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,340 | ||
| Rugged Package | 608 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 61 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 272 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,335 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,055 | 4,385 | 4,242 |
| Options (change) | 7,185 | 3,880 | 3,210 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 725 |
| Total Price | $36,805 | $38,335 | $34,962 |
| Total Invoice | $34,475 | $35,805 | $32,019 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Subaru Forester
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Sorento EX V6 | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $597 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $170 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Sorento | Sorento | Forester |
| Trim | EX V6 | SX V6 | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 276hp V6 | 276hp V6 | 224hp H4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/24 MPG | 18/24 MPG | 19/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 550, 10 | 550, 10 | 140, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-18 | 235/60-18 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $36,805 | $38,335 | $34,962 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,440 | -3,115 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,365 | $35,220 | $34,962 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $855 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,475 | $35,805 | $32,019 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,286 | -2,909 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,189 | $32,896 | $32,019 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $707 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Sorento | Sorento | Forester |
| Trim | EX V6 | SX V6 | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo tray | $40 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Lockable center differential | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||
| 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 | $7,825 | $8,500 | $5,385 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,440 | $3,115 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,286 | -2,909 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Subaru Forester
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Sorento | Forester |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.0 in |
| Length | 183.9 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 74.2 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 67.3 in | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,935 lb. | 3,440 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.2 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 38.0 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 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Sorento EX V6
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 28% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| 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 Touring
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Kenwood, 140W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 38% |
| Rugged Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | Yes |
| Mud guards | 75 | No |
| Rear bumper protector | 40 | Yes |
| Wheel-lip moldings | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 24% |
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