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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: $20,840 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $7,190 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,740 Kia Forte SX | |||
| Difference: $6,269 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Mariner | Mariner | Forte |
| Trim | Base | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $23,565 | $25,635 | $18,395 |
| Base Invoice | $22,044 | $23,928 | $17,520 |
| Sun and SYNC Package | 995 | ||
| Cargo Package | 295 | ||
| Amenities Package | 195 | ||
| Leather Trim Package | 1,255 | ||
| 3.0L V6 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | 895 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | ||
| Sunroof | 750 | ||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 845 | ||
| Cargo Package | 251 | ||
| Amenities Package | 166 | ||
| Leather Trim Package | 1,068 | ||
| 3.0L V6 | 910 | 910 | |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | 761 | ||
| Leather Package | 870 | ||
| Sunroof | 655 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,740 | 1,895 | 1,750 |
| Options (change) | 3,240 | 1,671 | 1,525 |
| Destination | 725 | 725 | 695 |
| Total Price | $28,030 | $28,255 | $20,840 |
| Total Invoice | $26,009 | $26,324 | $19,740 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,670 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,951 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Mariner | Mariner | Forte |
| Trim | Base | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 240hp V6 | 240hp V6 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/25 MPG | 19/25 MPG | 22/32 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 320, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 235/70-16 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $28,030 | $28,255 | $20,840 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,420 | -1,745 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,610 | $26,510 | $20,840 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $100 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $26,009 | $26,324 | $19,740 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,318 | -1,626 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,691 | $24,698 | $19,740 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Mariner | Mariner | Forte |
| Trim | Base | Premier | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,745 | $3,070 | $1,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,420 | $1,745 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,318 | -1,626 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Mariner | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 175.2 in | 170.9 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,385 lb. | 2,896 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.6 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 49.1 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 0.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner
| Sun and SYNC Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Overhead sunglass holder | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1280 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Cargo Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | No |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 67% |
| Amenities Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Overhead sunglass holder | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Trim Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 31% |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner Premier
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
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