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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: $17,745

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $745

Lowest Total Invoice: $16,590

Kia Spectra SX   
Difference: $995

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082010
ModelSpectraForte
TrimSXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,995 $15,995
Base Invoice $14,955 $15,230
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400  
Sunroof 700  
Premium Package   800
4-speed automatic   1,000
Antilock brakes (ABS) 360  
Sunroof 625  
Premium Package   700
4-speed automatic   960
Options (change) 1,100 1,800
Options (change) 985 1,660
Destination 650 695
Total Price $17,745 $18,490
Total Invoice $16,590 $17,585

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $455
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $146
Model Year20082010
ModelSpectraForte
TrimSXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionM5A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/30 MPG25/34 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/55-16
Total Price$17,745$18,490
Adjustments for Features0-1,200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,745$17,290
Total Invoice$16,590$17,585
Adjustments for Features0-1,141
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,590$16,444

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Features Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082010
ModelSpectraForte
TrimSXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
4-speed automatic $800
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Satellite radio $200
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$675$1,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,200
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,141

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082010
ModelSpectraForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.8 in104.3 in
Length177.2 in178.3 in
Width68.3 in69.9 in
Height57.9 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,701 lb.2,740 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.4 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume12.2 ft314.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
205/55HR16 tires400No
Total Requested125076%
Total Not Requested40024%

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