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Mercedes-Benz CLA 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.
Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,660 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $15,535 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,922 Kia Forte EX | |||
| Difference: $14,313 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | Forte |
| Trim | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,700 | $50,400 | $21,600 |
| Base Invoice | $30,411 | $46,872 | $20,410 |
| Premium Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | |
| Convenience Package | 400 | 400 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | |
| Interior Package | 1,650 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 295 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | ||
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | 1,650 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,900 | ||
| Floor mats | 125 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||
| Remote start | 495 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,674 | 1,674 | |
| Convenience Package | 372 | 372 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | |
| Interior Package | 1,535 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | |
| Rear spoiler | 273 | 244 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | ||
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | 1,535 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,570 | ||
| Floor mats | 102 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||
| Remote start | 410 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,500 | 8,350 | 5,165 |
| Options (change) | 8,829 | 7,765 | 4,617 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 895 |
| Total Price | $43,195 | $59,745 | $27,660 |
| Total Invoice | $40,235 | $55,632 | $25,922 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,095 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,040 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | Forte |
| Trim | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 208hp I4 | 375hp I4 | 164hp I4 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $43,195 | $59,745 | $27,660 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,440 | -5,165 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,755 | $54,580 | $27,660 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $13,825 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $40,235 | $55,632 | $25,922 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,273 | -4,809 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,962 | $50,823 | $25,922 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $12,861 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | Forte |
| Trim | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Color seat belts | $0 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Interior trim, special color | $0 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,615 | $9,340 | $4,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,440 | $5,165 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,273 | -4,809 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | CLA | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 56.6 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,263 lb. | 2,909 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.6 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 27.1 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 11% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 23% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 19% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 11% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 23% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 19% |
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior trim, special color | 0 | No |
| Color seat belts | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
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 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3575 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 20% |
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