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Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $20,340 Kia Forte Koup SX | ||||
| Difference: $26,250 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,235 Kia Forte Koup SX | ||||
| Difference: $24,159 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2010 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Forte |
| Trim | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Koup SX |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $43,525 | $56,225 | $68,925 | $17,695 |
| Base Invoice | $40,478 | $52,289 | $64,100 | $16,860 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | 1,000 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | |
| Sunroof | 700 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 180 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 70 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | 870 | ||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | |
| Sunroof | 610 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 145 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 55 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,140 | 1,370 | 1,370 | 1,950 |
| Options (change) | 1,991 | 1,275 | 1,275 | 1,680 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 695 |
| Total Price | $46,590 | $58,520 | $71,220 | $20,340 |
| Total Invoice | $43,394 | $54,489 | $66,300 | $19,235 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte Koup SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,010 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,484 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2010 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Forte |
| Trim | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Koup SX |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp V8 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 500, 11 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $46,590 | $58,520 | $71,220 | $20,340 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,240 | -9,390 | -11,330 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,350 | $49,130 | $59,890 | $20,340 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,780 | $21,540 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $43,394 | $54,489 | $66,300 | $19,235 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,675 | -8,743 | -10,547 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,719 | $45,746 | $55,753 | $19,235 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,027 | $20,034 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2010 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Forte |
| Trim | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Koup SX |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| 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 | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $10,690 | $11,840 | $13,780 | $2,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $8,240 | $9,390 | $11,330 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,675 | -8,743 | -10,547 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2014 | 2010 |
| Model | SLK | Forte |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 162.8 in | 176.4 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 55.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,242 lb. | 2,717 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 43.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 35.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 52.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.4 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.1 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte Koup SX
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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