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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: $24,485

Kia Forte GT   
Difference: $290

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320132021
ModelMazda3Mazda3Forte
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,800 $24,350 $22,790
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200 200  
Fog lights 325    
Satellite radio 430    
Cargo net 40 40 50
Cargo tray 60 60 80
Cargo mat 50 50 95
Universal garage door opener 75 75 350
Floor mats     125
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160 160  
Fog lights 260    
Satellite radio 344    
Cargo net 32 32 42
Cargo tray 48 48 67
Cargo mat 40 40 78
Universal garage door opener 60 60 291
Floor mats     102
Options (change) 1,180 425 700
Options (change) 944 340 580
Destination 795 795 995
Total Price $24,775 $25,570 $24,485

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,715
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,173
Model Year201320132021
ModelMazda3Mazda3Forte
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine155hp I4167hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6M6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG18/25 MPG27/35 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)265, 10265, 10?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17225/40-18
Total Price$24,775$25,570$24,485
Adjustments for Features-1,500-2,8000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,275$22,770$24,485
Cost Above Minimum$505$0$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201320132021
ModelMazda3Mazda3Forte
Trimi Grand Tourings Grand TouringGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app  $25
Remote climate control  $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Blind spot warning system $200 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Rain-sensing wipers $175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 $75
Exterior 
Rear spoiler $200 
Sunroof$900$900 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
CD player$125$125 
HD radio$50$50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation system$600$600 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Surround sound$250$250 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection  $25
Automatic headlights $125$125
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Steering-linked headlights $150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200 
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$3,475$4,775$1,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,500$2,800$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,425-2,6740

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20132021
ModelMazda3Forte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in106.3 in
Length180.9 in182.7 in
Width69.1 in70.9 in
Height57.9 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,257 lb.3,012 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.1 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft315.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte specs.

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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