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Kia Spectra vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Spectra vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,225

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $1,595

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,135

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $2,130

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620152015
ModelSpectraForteForte
TrimSXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,995 $15,890 $19,390
Base Invoice $14,980 $15,587 $18,432
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400    
Remote start 250 495 495
205/55HR16   300  
Popular Package   900  
Floor mats   115 115
Rear spoiler   295 295
Antilock brakes (ABS) 360    
Remote start 215 410 410
205/55HR16   269  
Popular Package   837  
Floor mats   93 93
Rear spoiler   244 244
Options (change) 650 2,105 905
Options (change) 575 1,853 747
Destination 580 825 825
Total Price $17,225 $18,820 $21,120
Total Invoice $16,135 $18,265 $20,004

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Spectra SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $165
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $742
Model Year200620152015
ModelSpectraForteForte
TrimSXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4148hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM5M6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/55-16205/55-16
Total Price$17,225$18,820$21,120
Adjustments for Features0-1,430-3,030
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,225$17,390$18,090
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$700
Total Invoice$16,135$18,265$20,004
Adjustments for Features0-1,388-2,870
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,135$16,877$17,134
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$257

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Features Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200620152015
ModelSpectraForteForte
TrimSXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Fog lights$125 $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Outside temperature display $50$50
Power-folding mirrors $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$570$2,000$3,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,430$3,030
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,388-2,870

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062015
ModelSpectraForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.8 in106.3 in
Length176.4 in179.5 in
Width68.3 in70.1 in
Height57.9 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,702 lb.2,960 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.4 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume12.2 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte LX

205/55HR16 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
205/55HR16 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Popular Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Map lights25No
Overhead sunglass holder25Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Total Requested40043%
Total Not Requested53057%

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