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Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,500 Kia Forte Koup EX | |||
| Difference: $9,160 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,918 Kia Forte Koup SX | |||
| Difference: $7,995 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | RX-8 | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Grand Touring | Koup EX | Koup SX |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $31,000 | $19,890 | $20,690 |
| Base Invoice | $28,681 | $18,895 | $19,521 |
| Premium Package | 900 | ||
| Cargo net | 40 | 50 | 50 |
| Cargo mat | 50 | 95 | 95 |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | ||
| Premium Tech Package | 4,500 | 3,700 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |
| Premium Package | 774 | ||
| Cargo net | 32 | 42 | 42 |
| Cargo mat | 36 | 78 | 78 |
| Navigation system | 1,720 | ||
| Premium Tech Package | 4,058 | 3,334 | |
| Floor mats | 93 | 93 | |
| Options (change) | 2,990 | 4,760 | 3,960 |
| Options (change) | 2,562 | 4,271 | 3,547 |
| Destination | 670 | 850 | 850 |
| Total Price | $34,660 | $25,500 | $25,500 |
| Total Invoice | $31,913 | $24,016 | $23,918 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte Koup EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,210 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,958 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | RX-8 | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Grand Touring | Koup EX | Koup SX |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 232hp R2 | 173hp I4 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 9 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 215/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,660 | $25,500 | $25,500 |
| Adjustments for Features | -675 | -725 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,985 | $24,775 | $25,500 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $725 |
| Total Invoice | $31,913 | $24,016 | $23,918 |
| Adjustments for Features | -622 | -683 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,291 | $23,333 | $23,918 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $585 |
Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | RX-8 | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | Grand Touring | Koup EX | Koup SX |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Second-row high console | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,175 | $3,225 | $2,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $675 | $725 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -622 | -683 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2016 |
| Model | RX-8 | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,065 lb. | 2,988 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 36.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.9 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 48.1 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.2 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte Koup EX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 3400 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte Koup SX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 3150 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 17% |
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