Mazda Mazda6 Mazda Mazda6 2015 Kia Forte Kia Forte 2018

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mazda Mazda6 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.

Mazda Mazda6 vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,805

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $3,610

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,042

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $3,573

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152018
ModelMazda6Forte
Trimi Grand TouringEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,895 $21,600
Base Invoice $28,235 $20,410
Cargo net 50 50
Cargo mat 75 95
Remote start 575 495
Universal garage door opener   350
Premium Plus Package   3,900
Floor mats   125
Rear spoiler   295
Cargo net 40 42
Cargo mat 60 78
Remote start 460 410
Universal garage door opener   291
Premium Plus Package   3,570
Floor mats   102
Rear spoiler   244
Options (change) 700 5,310
Options (change) 560 4,737
Destination 820 895
Total Price $31,415 $27,805
Total Invoice $29,615 $26,042

Return to top

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 Mazda6 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 Mazda6 vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,185
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,112
Model Year20152018
ModelMazda6Forte
Trimi Grand TouringEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine184hp I4164hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/38 MPG25/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)231, 11?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-19215/45-17
Total Price$31,415$27,805
Adjustments for Features0-575
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,415$27,230
Total Invoice$29,615$26,042
Adjustments for Features0-539
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,615$25,503

Return to top

Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20152018
ModelMazda6Forte
Trimi Grand TouringEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Forward collision warning $200
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Pedestrian detection $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Pandora internet radio connectivity$0 
Surround sound$250 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,275$2,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$575
Value of Feature Adjustments0-539

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20152018
ModelMazda6Forte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.4 in106.3 in
Length191.5 in179.5 in
Width72.4 in70.1 in
Height57.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,232 lb.3,011 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.1 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.7 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft314.9 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Lane departure warning200No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Total Requested322572%
Total Not Requested125028%

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, Hatchbacks, and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.