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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: $23,515 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $1,625 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,127 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $1,224 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,040 | $19,100 |
| Base Invoice | $17,838 | $18,190 |
| Moonroof and Bose Package | 1,395 | |
| Tech Package | 1,195 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,460 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | 40 |
| Cargo tray | 60 | 75 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 200 | |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | |
| Sunroof | 750 | |
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |
| Moonroof and Bose Package | 1,200 | |
| Tech Package | 1,028 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,295 | |
| Cargo net | 32 | 32 |
| Cargo tray | 48 | 60 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 160 | |
| Technology Package | 1,570 | |
| Sunroof | 655 | |
| Leather Package | 870 | |
| Options (change) | 5,350 | 3,665 |
| Options (change) | 4,763 | 3,187 |
| Destination | 750 | 750 |
| Total Price | $25,140 | $23,515 |
| Total Invoice | $23,351 | $22,127 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $975 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $620 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 167hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 242, 10 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $25,140 | $23,515 |
| Adjustments for Features | -650 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,490 | $23,515 |
| Total Invoice | $23,351 | $22,127 |
| Adjustments for Features | -604 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,747 | $22,127 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,650 | $2,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $650 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -604 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,964 lb. | 2,708 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.8 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s
| Moonroof and Bose Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 47% |
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 9% |
| 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 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1425 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Ionizing air filtration | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 26% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
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