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Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,140

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $6,930

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,010

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $6,633

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112011
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $33,720 $16,895 $18,395
Base Invoice $32,293 $16,090 $17,520
Technology Package   1,800 1,800
Sunroof   750 750
Leather Package     1,000
Technology Package   1,570 1,570
Sunroof   655 655
Leather Package     870
Options (change) 0 2,550 3,550
Options (change) 0 2,225 3,095
Destination 850 695 695
Gas Tax -7,500 0 0
Total Price $27,070 $20,140 $22,640
Total Invoice $25,643 $19,010 $21,310

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,110
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,856
Model Year201120112011
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine107hp E156hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionA1M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$27,070$20,140$22,640
Adjustments for Features-8200-1,625
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,250$20,140$21,015
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$875
Total Invoice$25,643$19,010$21,310
Adjustments for Features-7770-1,530
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,866$19,010$19,780
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$770

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Features Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201120112011
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Photovoltaic solar panel$250  
Remote app$25  
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0$0
Wiper de-icer  $25
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Sunroof $900$900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Traffic information $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 $150
Detailed driving style feedback$100  
Digital instruments$0  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
LED headlights$1000  
Tachometer $75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75$75
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Floor mats $75$75
Heated front seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Machined alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,970$2,150$3,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$820$0$1,625
Value of Feature Adjustments-7770-1,530

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See a complete comparison of Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112011
ModelLEAFForte
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in104.3 in
Length175.0 in170.9 in
Width69.7 in69.9 in
Height61.0 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,367 lb.2,782 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.2 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.5 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.5 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		14.5 ft319.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		0.0 ft30.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested157598%
Total Not Requested252%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested135098%
Total Not Requested252%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested15012%
Total Not Requested112588%

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