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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: $25,840 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $2,680 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2014 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | Premium | Turbo | Premium Plus | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,000 | $30,050 | $32,600 | $19,500 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 325 | 325 | 325 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Cargo tray | 75 | 75 | 75 | 80 |
| Cargo mat | 75 | 75 | 75 | 95 |
| Premium Package | 2,600 | |||
| 215/45HR17 | 300 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,300 | |||
| Floor mats | 115 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 260 | 260 | 260 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | 40 | 40 | 42 |
| Cargo tray | 60 | 60 | 60 | 67 |
| Cargo mat | 60 | 60 | 60 | 78 |
| Premium Package | 2,348 | |||
| 215/45HR17 | 269 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,074 | |||
| Floor mats | 93 | |||
| Options (change) | 525 | 525 | 525 | 5,540 |
| Options (change) | 420 | 420 | 420 | 4,971 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 800 |
| Total Price | $28,520 | $31,570 | $34,120 | $25,840 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 Turbo | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $330 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,066 | ||||
| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2014 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | Premium | Turbo | Premium Plus | EX |
| 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 | $28,520 | $31,570 | $34,120 | $25,840 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,350 | -4,050 | -4,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,170 | $27,520 | $30,070 | $25,840 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,350 | $3,900 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2014 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Trim | Premium | Turbo | Premium Plus | EX |
| 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 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Navigation system | $600 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| 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 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,075 | $7,775 | $7,775 | $3,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,350 | $4,050 | $4,050 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -117 | -182 | -168 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2021 | 2014 |
| Model | Mazda3 | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 183.5 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,101 lb. | 2,960 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.3 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.9 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
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 | Yes |
| 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 | 3150 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 13% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| LED tail lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 49% |
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