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Kia Spectra vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Spectra vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,000

Kia Spectra EX   
Difference: $26,700

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920092018
ModelSpectraSpectraModel 3
TrimEXSXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,550 $16,450 $49,000
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400 400  
Alloy wheels 400    
Metallic paint (extra cost)     1,000
Antilock brakes (ABS) 360 360  
Alloy wheels 360    
Metallic paint (extra cost)     0
Options (change) 800 400 1,000
Options (change) 720 360 0
Destination 650 650 1,200
Gas Tax 0 0 -7,500
Total Price $17,000 $17,500 $43,700

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Spectra EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,320
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,714
Model Year200920092018
ModelSpectraSpectraModel 3
TrimEXSXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4138hp I4258hp E
TransmissionM5M5A1
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/60-15205/50-16235/45-18
Total Price$17,000$17,500$43,700
Adjustments for Features0-425-10,380
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,000$17,075$33,320
Cost Above Minimum$0$75$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year200920092018
ModelSpectraSpectraModel 3
TrimEXSXBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
1-speed automatic  $800
FWD$0$0 
RWD  $0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250
Remote app  $25
Remote keyless entry$225$225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200
Brake assist  $50
Forward collision warning  $200
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Lane departure warning  $200
Obstacle detection, front  $150
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Stability control  $400
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Traction control  $100
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150$150 
Console without shifter  $150
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Rear air vents  $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger  $750
75 kWh battery pack  $0
DC quick-charging capability  $750
Exterior 
Body kit $0 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Glass roof panel(s)  $300
Rear spoiler $200 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0
App support  $0
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD player$125$125 
In-vehicle Internet  $150
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation system  $600
Range alert  $0
Surround sound  $250
USB port  $25
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Digital instruments  $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
LED headlights  $1000
Outside temperature display  $50
Power-folding mirrors  $50
Tachometer$75$75 
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Heated front seats  $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Metal pedals $75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim  $250
Wood trim  $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$1,270$1,695$11,650
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$425$10,380
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3981,496

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Spectra vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20092018
ModelSpectraModel 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.8 in113.2 in
Length177.2 in184.8 in
Width68.3 in72.8 in
Height57.9 in56.8 in
Curb Weight2,702 lb.3,550 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume12.2 ft315.0 ft3

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