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Mazda Mazda3 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.
Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,930 Mazda Mazda3 s | ||
| Difference: $1,415 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,922 Mazda Mazda3 s | ||
| Difference: $1,714 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $18,135 | $19,390 |
| Base Invoice | $16,989 | $18,432 |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,760 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,335 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | 50 |
| Cargo tray | 50 | 80 |
| Cargo mat | 40 | 95 |
| Universal garage door opener | 75 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 200 | |
| Remote start | 350 | 495 |
| Rear spoiler | 325 | 295 |
| Navigation system | 1,950 | |
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |
| UVO Package | 900 | |
| Technology Package | 2,400 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,574 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | 1,148 | |
| Cargo net | 32 | 42 |
| Cargo tray | 40 | 67 |
| Cargo mat | 32 | 78 |
| Universal garage door opener | 60 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 160 | |
| Remote start | 280 | 410 |
| Rear spoiler | 260 | 244 |
| Navigation system | 1,677 | |
| Premium Package | 2,441 | |
| UVO Package | 837 | |
| Technology Package | 2,167 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Options (change) | 7,125 | 7,130 |
| Options (change) | 6,263 | 6,379 |
| Destination | 670 | 825 |
| Total Price | $25,930 | $27,345 |
| Total Invoice | $23,922 | $25,636 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,360 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $888 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 156hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 222, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $25,930 | $27,345 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,775 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,930 | $24,570 |
| Total Invoice | $23,922 | $25,636 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,602 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,922 | $23,034 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $775 | $3,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,602 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2015 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,759 lb. | 2,960 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.4 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s
| Grand Touring Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2825 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 19% |
| Moonroof and Bose Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bose, 222W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
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 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 1125 | 31% |
| UVO Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 100% |
| 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 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 24% |
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