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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,645

Mazda Mazda3 s   
Difference: $3,510

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102020
ModelMazda3Forte
TrimsGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,040 $22,490
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Satellite radio 430  
Cargo net 40 50
Cargo tray 60 80
Cargo mat 50 95
Universal garage door opener 75 350
Floor mats   125
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Satellite radio 344  
Cargo net 32 42
Cargo tray 48 67
Cargo mat 40 78
Universal garage door opener 60 291
Floor mats   102
Options (change) 855 700
Options (change) 684 580
Destination 750 965
Total Price $20,645 $24,155

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mazda Mazda3 s
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $710
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,906
Model Year20102020
ModelMazda3Forte
TrimsGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG27/35 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/40-18
Total Price$20,645$24,155
Adjustments for Features0-2,800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,645$21,355

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102020
ModelMazda3Forte
TrimsGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
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 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Exterior 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Metal pedals $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$825$3,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,800
Value of Feature Adjustments0-179

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20102020
ModelMazda3Forte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in106.3 in
Length180.7 in182.7 in
Width69.1 in70.9 in
Height57.9 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,179 lb.3,012 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte GT

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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