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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: $27,165 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $37,130 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,512 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $34,345 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Forte |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $50,490 | $59,790 | $88,900 | $21,600 |
| Base Invoice | $46,956 | $55,605 | $82,677 | $20,410 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,000 | 4,450 | 2,550 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,450 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 440 | 440 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 450 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 295 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,900 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |||
| Floor mats | 125 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,720 | 4,139 | 2,372 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,279 | 2,279 | 2,279 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 409 | 409 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 419 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 279 | 279 | 244 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | ||
| Premium Plus Package | 3,570 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |||
| Floor mats | 102 | |||
| Options (change) | 12,930 | 11,310 | 7,950 | 4,670 |
| Options (change) | 12,026 | 10,519 | 7,395 | 4,207 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 895 |
| Total Price | $64,295 | $71,975 | $97,725 | $27,165 |
| Total Invoice | $59,857 | $66,999 | $90,947 | $25,512 |
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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: $32,285 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,834 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Forte |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 402hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 164hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | 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) | 245/45-17 | 245/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $64,295 | $71,975 | $97,725 | $27,165 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,845 | -6,545 | -6,620 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $59,450 | $65,430 | $91,105 | $27,165 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,980 | $31,655 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $59,857 | $66,999 | $90,947 | $25,512 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,511 | -6,093 | -6,161 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $55,346 | $60,906 | $84,786 | $25,512 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,560 | $29,440 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | E-Class | Forte |
| Trim | E350 | E550 | E63 AMG | 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 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $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 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| 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 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $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 thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,220 | $9,920 | $9,995 | $3,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,845 | $6,545 | $6,620 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,511 | -6,093 | -6,161 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | E-Class | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 191.7 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,826 lb. | 2,909 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 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 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.2 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.8 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 47% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 840 | 36% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 47% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1775 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 840 | 32% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 47% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 200 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1225 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 315 | 20% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | 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 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4025 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 10% |
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