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Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,625 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $47,730 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,039 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $44,176 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | CLS | Forte |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | CLS63 AMG S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $72,100 | $99,500 | $106,500 | $19,390 |
| Base Invoice | $67,053 | $92,535 | $99,045 | $18,432 |
| Folding second row seats | 440 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 400 | 295 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 490 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |||
| UVO Package | 900 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,400 | |||
| Floor mats | 115 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 409 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 372 | 244 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 456 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,441 | |||
| UVO Package | 837 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,167 | |||
| Floor mats | 93 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,330 | 0 | 0 | 6,410 |
| Options (change) | 1,237 | 0 | 0 | 5,782 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 825 |
| Total Price | $74,355 | $100,425 | $107,425 | $26,625 |
| Total Invoice | $69,215 | $93,460 | $99,970 | $25,039 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $42,235 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $39,061 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | CLS | Forte |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | CLS63 AMG S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 402hp V8 | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $74,355 | $100,425 | $107,425 | $26,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,495 | -8,020 | -8,420 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $68,860 | $92,405 | $99,005 | $26,625 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $23,545 | $30,145 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $69,215 | $93,460 | $99,970 | $25,039 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,115 | -7,464 | -7,836 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $64,100 | $85,996 | $92,134 | $25,039 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $21,896 | $28,034 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | CLS | Forte |
| Trim | CLS550 | CLS63 AMG | CLS63 AMG S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,770 | $11,295 | $11,695 | $3,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,495 | $8,020 | $8,420 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,115 | -7,464 | -7,836 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | CLS | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,256 lb. | 2,960 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 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 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 3000 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 17% |
| UVO Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 50 | 7% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 93% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 7% |
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