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Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 E-Class vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,660 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $33,125 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,922 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $30,681 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Forte |
| Trim | E300 | E400 | AMG E43 | AMG E63 S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $52,950 | $58,900 | $71,600 | $104,400 | $21,600 |
| Base Invoice | $49,244 | $54,777 | $66,588 | $97,092 | $20,410 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | 295 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 450 | 450 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,700 | 3,700 | |||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,370 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,900 | ||||
| Floor mats | 125 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | ||||
| Remote start | 495 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 326 | 244 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 419 | 419 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,442 | 3,442 | |||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,274 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,570 | ||||
| Floor mats | 102 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | ||||
| Remote start | 410 | ||||
| Options (change) | 6,840 | 6,840 | 3,710 | 720 | 5,165 |
| Options (change) | 6,364 | 6,364 | 3,451 | 670 | 4,617 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 895 |
| Total Price | $60,785 | $66,735 | $76,305 | $106,115 | $27,660 |
| Total Invoice | $56,603 | $62,136 | $71,034 | $98,757 | $25,922 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,080 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,983 | |||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Forte |
| Trim | E300 | E400 | AMG E43 | AMG E63 S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 329hp V6 | 396hp V6 | 603hp V8 | 164hp I4 |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T9 | T9 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | x- | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 265/35-20 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $60,785 | $66,735 | $76,305 | $106,115 | $27,660 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,045 | -6,745 | -8,720 | -9,420 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $55,740 | $59,990 | $67,585 | $96,695 | $27,660 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,250 | $11,845 | $40,955 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $56,603 | $62,136 | $71,034 | $98,757 | $25,922 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,698 | -6,280 | -8,118 | -8,767 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $51,905 | $55,856 | $62,916 | $89,990 | $25,922 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,951 | $11,011 | $38,085 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Forte |
| Trim | E300 | E400 | AMG E43 | AMG E63 S | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | $1400 | $1400 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Drift mode | $0 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Vehicle-to-X (V2X) communication | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | ||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Near-field communications (NFC) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Approach detection | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,470 | $10,170 | $12,145 | $12,845 | $3,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,045 | $6,745 | $8,720 | $9,420 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,698 | -6,280 | -8,118 | -8,767 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 115.7 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 193.8 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,035 lb. | 2,909 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E300
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Near-field communications (NFC) | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 68% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E400
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Near-field communications (NFC) | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 68% |
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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | 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 |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3925 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 12% |
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