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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: $24,310

Kia Forte GT   
Difference: $4,715

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320212021
ModelMX-5 MiataForteForte
TrimGrand TouringEXGT
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,350 $23,090 $22,790
Satellite radio 430    
Cargo net 50 50 50
Rear spoiler 400 295  
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Floor mats   125 125
Satellite radio 344    
Cargo net 40 42 42
Rear spoiler 320 244  
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Floor mats   102 102
Options (change) 880 820 525
Options (change) 704 679 435
Destination 795 995 995
Total Price $29,025 $24,905 $24,310

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

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,275
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,457
Model Year201320212021
ModelMX-5 MiataForteForte
TrimGrand TouringEXGT
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4147hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6CVT-6S7
DrivetrainRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$29,025$24,905$24,310
Adjustments for Features-495-6500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,530$24,255$24,310
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$55

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

Model Year201320212021
ModelMX-5 MiataForteForte
TrimGrand TouringEXGT
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
RWD$0  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200$200
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Remote climate control $25$25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Wind blocker, small$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Blind spot warning system $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Roll bar$200  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter $0$0
Intermittent wipers$0  
Rear air vents $100 
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000  
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
MP3-compatible player$50  
USB port $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Automatic headlights $125$125
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75$75
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding second row seats $300$300
Metal pedals  $75
No leather in second row$-300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$4,195$4,350$3,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$495$650$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-466-440

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

Model Year20132021
ModelMX-5 MiataForte
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in106.3 in
Length157.3 in182.7 in
Width67.7 in70.9 in
Height49.0 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,448 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte GT

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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