| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $25,810 Mazda Mazda3 s | ||
| Difference: $1,040 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,009 Mazda Mazda3 s | ||
| Difference: $1,217 | ||
|
|
||
Calculate Payments |
||
|
|
||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $19,545 | $19,390 |
| Base Invoice | $18,303 | $18,432 |
| Tech Package | 1,835 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 3,210 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | 50 |
| Cargo tray | 60 | 80 |
| Cargo mat | 50 | 95 |
| Universal garage door opener | 75 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 200 | |
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |
| UVO Package | 900 | |
| Technology Package | 2,400 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | |
| Rear spoiler | 295 | |
| Tech Package | 1,578 | |
| Grand Touring Package | 2,993 | |
| Cargo net | 32 | 42 |
| Cargo tray | 48 | 67 |
| Cargo mat | 40 | 78 |
| Universal garage door opener | 60 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 160 | |
| Premium Package | 2,441 | |
| UVO Package | 837 | |
| Technology Package | 2,167 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | |
| Rear spoiler | 244 | |
| Options (change) | 5,470 | 6,635 |
| Options (change) | 4,911 | 5,969 |
| Destination | 795 | 825 |
| Total Price | $25,810 | $26,850 |
| Total Invoice | $24,009 | $25,226 |
|
|
||
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Dealer Price Quotes
|
Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars? Request free, no-obligation Mazda Mazda3 dealer quotes or Kia Forte dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form. The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours. |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $385 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $122 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 167hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/25 MPG | 22/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 242, 10 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $25,810 | $26,850 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,425 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,810 | $25,425 |
| Total Invoice | $24,009 | $25,226 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,339 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,009 | $23,887 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | s | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| 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 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,350 | $2,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,339 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,179 lb. | 3,036 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.8 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 17% |
| 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 |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2875 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 22% |
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 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 3050 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 16% |
| 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 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 4% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 96% |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 1425 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 16% |
Was this information useful?
We're glad we could help! Share this page: |
|
|
We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it. |
|
|
|
|
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.
