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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: $22,680

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $5,995

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,342

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $5,425

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152011
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $35,120 $18,395
Base Invoice $33,265 $17,520
Floor mats 180  
Cargo net 25 40
Technology Package   1,800
Sunroof   750
Leather Package   1,000
Floor mats 134  
Cargo net 18 32
Technology Package   1,570
Sunroof   655
Leather Package   870
Options (change) 205 3,590
Options (change) 152 3,127
Destination 850 695
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $28,675 $22,680
Total Invoice $26,767 $21,342

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,560
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,152
Model Year20152011
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine107hp E173hp I4
TransmissionA1M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17215/45-17
Total Price$28,675$22,680
Adjustments for Features-2,4350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,240$22,680
Total Invoice$26,767$21,342
Adjustments for Features-2,2730
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,494$21,342

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Features Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20152011
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Photovoltaic solar panel$250 
Remote app$25 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Heat pump$250 
Interior air filter $0
Wiper de-icer $25
Engine / Motor 
24 kWh battery pack$0 
6.6 kW onboard charger$500 
DC quick-charging capability$750 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Pandora internet radio connectivity$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback$100 
Digital instruments$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
LED headlights$1000 
Tachometer $75
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated second row seats$200 
Metal pedals $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,360$1,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,435$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,2730

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20152011
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 Weight3,257 lb.2,782 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.2 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.7 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 Legroom33.3 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
24.0 ft319.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
30.0 ft30.0 ft3

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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 information25Yes
Total Requested1375100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested125098%
Total Not Requested252%

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