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Mercury Mariner 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.
Mercury Mariner vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,775 Mercury Mariner Premier | ||
| Difference: $565 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,567 Mercury Mariner Premier | ||
| Difference: $851 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Mariner | Forte |
| Trim | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $24,475 | $23,800 |
| Base Invoice | $22,807 | $22,422 |
| Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg. | 195 | |
| Heating Package | 295 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | 695 | |
| Remote start | 425 | 495 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,600 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | |
| Floor mats | 125 | |
| Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg. | 166 | |
| Heating Package | 251 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | 591 | |
| Remote start | 361 | 410 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,236 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | |
| Floor mats | 102 | |
| Options (change) | 3,605 | 4,645 |
| Options (change) | 3,065 | 4,101 |
| Destination | 695 | 895 |
| Total Price | $28,775 | $29,340 |
| Total Invoice | $26,567 | $27,418 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,860 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,415 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Mariner | Forte |
| Trim | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 200hp V6 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/24 MPG | 25/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 320, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $28,775 | $29,340 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,425 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,775 | $26,915 |
| Total Invoice | $26,567 | $27,418 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,266 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,567 | $25,152 |
Features Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Mariner | Forte |
| Trim | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,950 | $5,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,266 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | Mariner | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 175.2 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,383 lb. | 3,031 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.6 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 49.1 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner Premier
| Rear Cargo Convenience Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 57% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Roof rack | 300 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 40% |
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2325 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1825 | 44% |
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