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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,580

Kia Forte Koup EX   
Difference: $7,635

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,658

Kia Forte Koup EX   
Difference: $6,350

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2006200620152015
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataForteForte
TrimGrand TouringLimitedKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $24,435 $26,700 $18,590 $20,590
Base Invoice $22,568 $24,654 $17,698 $19,428
Premium Package 1,250      
Suspension Package 500      
Satellite radio 430      
Cargo net 40 40 50 50
Floor mats     115 115
Premium Package 1,074      
Suspension Package 430      
Satellite radio 344      
Cargo net 32 32 42 42
Floor mats     93 93
Options (change) 2,220 40 165 165
Options (change) 1,880 32 135 135
Destination 560 560 825 825
Total Price $27,215 $27,300 $19,580 $21,580
Total Invoice $25,008 $25,246 $18,658 $20,388

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte Koup EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,490
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,460
Model Year2006200620152015
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataForteForte
TrimGrand TouringLimitedKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine170hp I4170hp I4173hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17205/45-17205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$27,215$27,300$19,580$21,580
Adjustments for Features-3,145-3,1450-525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,070$24,155$19,580$21,055
Cost Above Minimum$0$85$0$1,475
Total Invoice$25,008$25,246$18,658$20,388
Adjustments for Features-2,890-2,9080-496
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,118$22,338$18,658$19,892
Cost Above Minimum$0$220$0$1,234

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Forte

Model Year2006200620152015
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataForteForte
TrimGrand TouringLimitedKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0  
FWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250 $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Wind blocker, small$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist   $25
Brake assist  $50$50
Rearview camera   $200
Roll bar$200$200  
Side curtain airbags  $350$350
Tire-pressure monitor  $75$75
Vehicle health reports   $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0$0
Intermittent wipers$0$0  
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300  
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000$3000  
Infotainment 
App support   $0
Aux input  $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25
Voice control for external devices   $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125$125
Heated mirrors  $25$25
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$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10  
Xenon HID headlights$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row  $75$75
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Folding second row seats  $300$300
Leather seating surfaces$900$900  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 $0
Total Value of Features$5,570$5,570$2,425$2,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,145$3,145$0$525
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,890-2,9080-496

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062015
ModelMX-5 MiataForte
Body2dr Convertible2dr Coupe
Wheelbase91.7 in106.3 in
Length157.3 in178.3 in
Width67.7 in70.1 in
Height49.0 in55.5 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,988 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft313.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested75045%
Total Not Requested90055%
Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%

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