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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: $27,095 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $1,425 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2018 |
| 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 | $21,600 |
| 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 Plus Package | 3,900 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |||
| Floor mats | 125 | |||
| 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 Plus Package | 3,570 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |||
| Floor mats | 102 | |||
| Options (change) | 525 | 525 | 525 | 4,600 |
| Options (change) | 420 | 420 | 420 | 4,150 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 895 |
| Total Price | $28,520 | $31,570 | $34,120 | $27,095 |
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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: $375 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,163 | ||||
| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2018 |
| 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 | 164hp 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 | $27,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,050 | -2,750 | -2,750 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,470 | $28,820 | $31,370 | $27,095 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,350 | $3,900 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2018 |
| 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 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| G-vectoring control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Approach detection | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,375 | $6,075 | $6,075 | $3,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,050 | $2,750 | $2,750 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -52 | -123 | -114 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2021 | 2018 |
| 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 | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,101 lb. | 2,909 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 | 53.8 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
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3450 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 23% |
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