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Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte 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.
Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,130 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $11,681 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,538 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $8,949 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Forte |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,155 | $36,605 | $56,610 | $19,500 |
| Base Invoice | $27,727 | $32,578 | $50,382 | $18,528 |
| Navigation system | 2,550 | 2,550 | 2,570 | |
| Luxury Plus Package | 2,380 | 2,380 | ||
| iPod integration | 299 | 299 | 299 | |
| Cargo net | 64 | 64 | 64 | 50 |
| Rear bumper protector | 76 | 76 | 76 | 75 |
| Cargo mat | 73 | 73 | 73 | 95 |
| Rear spoiler | 389 | 389 | 295 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,600 | |||
| 215/45HR17 | 300 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,300 | |||
| Floor mats | 115 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,166 | |
| Luxury Plus Package | 2,142 | 2,142 | ||
| iPod integration | 239 | 239 | 239 | |
| Cargo net | 39 | 39 | 39 | 42 |
| Rear bumper protector | 53 | 53 | 53 | 62 |
| Cargo mat | 44 | 44 | 44 | 78 |
| Rear spoiler | 268 | 268 | 244 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,348 | |||
| 215/45HR17 | 269 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,074 | |||
| Floor mats | 93 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,831 | 5,831 | 3,082 | 5,830 |
| Options (change) | 4,935 | 4,935 | 2,541 | 5,210 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 800 |
| Total Price | $37,811 | $43,261 | $60,517 | $26,130 |
| Total Invoice | $33,487 | $38,338 | $53,748 | $24,538 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,626 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,015 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Forte |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 204hp V6 | 306hp V6 | 416hp V8 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 194, 12 | 194, 12 | 194, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $37,811 | $43,261 | $60,517 | $26,130 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,055 | -2,005 | -1,805 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,756 | $41,256 | $58,712 | $26,130 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,500 | $21,956 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $33,487 | $38,338 | $53,748 | $24,538 |
| Adjustments for Features | -934 | -1,777 | -1,603 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,553 | $36,561 | $52,145 | $24,538 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,008 | $19,592 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Forte |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,030 | $4,980 | $4,780 | $2,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,055 | $2,005 | $1,805 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -934 | -1,777 | -1,603 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | IS | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 180.1 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,456 lb. | 2,960 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.2 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.9 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.7 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.7 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 30.6 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 250
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 65% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 65% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS F
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3300 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 9% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| LED tail lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 4% |
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