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Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 GLK vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,105 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $24,710 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,483 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $22,842 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLK | GLK | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | GLK250 | GLK350 | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $38,980 | $37,480 | $19,690 | $20,890 |
| Base Invoice | $36,251 | $34,856 | $18,751 | $19,707 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,450 | 3,450 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | ||
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||
| Leather Package | 2,100 | 2,100 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 410 | 410 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | ||
| Heated front seats | 750 | 750 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | 2,300 | ||
| UVO | 600 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,100 | 1,900 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | 75 | ||
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,209 | 3,209 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,595 | 2,595 | ||
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,953 | 1,953 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 381 | 381 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | 233 | ||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | ||
| Heated front seats | 698 | 698 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,441 | 2,079 | ||
| UVO | 558 | |||
| Technology Package | 1,893 | 1,717 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | 62 | ||
| Floor mats | 93 | 93 | ||
| Options (change) | 12,410 | 12,410 | 5,590 | 4,390 |
| Options (change) | 11,544 | 11,544 | 5,047 | 3,951 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $52,315 | $50,815 | $26,105 | $26,105 |
| Total Invoice | $48,720 | $47,325 | $24,623 | $24,483 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,065 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,384 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLK | GLK | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | GLK250 | GLK350 | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 200hp I4 D | 302hp V6 | 173hp I4 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-19 | 235/50-19 | 205/55-16 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $52,315 | $50,815 | $26,105 | $26,105 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,020 | -5,320 | -875 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,295 | $45,495 | $25,230 | $26,105 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $200 | $0 | $875 |
| Total Invoice | $48,720 | $47,325 | $24,623 | $24,483 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,538 | -4,955 | -825 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,182 | $42,370 | $23,798 | $24,483 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $188 | $0 | $685 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLK | GLK | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | GLK250 | GLK350 | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| 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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,545 | $7,845 | $3,400 | $2,525 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,020 | $5,320 | $875 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,538 | -4,955 | -825 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2014 | 2015 |
| Model | GLK | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 74.3 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 66.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,080 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.2 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.5 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.3 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.7 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLK GLK250
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1925 | 78% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 30% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLK GLK350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1925 | 78% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 30% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 33% |
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 |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3250 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 10% |
| UVO | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| 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 | 250 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 9% |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 1700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| 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 |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3000 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 10% |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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