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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: $4,930 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | Premium | Turbo | Premium Plus | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,000 | $30,050 | $32,600 | $19,100 |
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | 50 | 40 |
| Cargo tray | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 325 | 325 | 325 | |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | |||
| Sunroof | 750 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |||
| Cargo net | 40 | 40 | 40 | 32 |
| Cargo tray | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 260 | 260 | 260 | |
| Technology Package | 1,570 | |||
| Sunroof | 655 | |||
| Leather Package | 870 | |||
| Options (change) | 450 | 450 | 450 | 3,665 |
| Options (change) | 360 | 360 | 360 | 3,187 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 750 |
| Total Price | $28,445 | $31,495 | $34,045 | $23,515 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Turbo | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $605 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,031 | ||||
| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | Premium | Turbo | Premium Plus | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 186hp I4 | 250hp I4 | 250hp I4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 12 | ?, 12 | ?, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-18 | 215/45-18 | 215/45-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $28,445 | $31,495 | $34,045 | $23,515 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,325 | -6,025 | -6,025 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,120 | $25,470 | $28,020 | $23,515 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,350 | $3,900 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | Premium | Turbo | Premium Plus | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| G-vectoring control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Navigation system | $600 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,875 | $8,575 | $8,575 | $2,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,325 | $6,025 | $6,025 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -206 | -259 | -240 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2021 | 2012 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 183.5 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,101 lb. | 2,708 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.3 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.9 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 650 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 54% |
| 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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