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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: $20,180

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $10,165

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,067

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $9,278

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162010
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $36,790 $17,495
Base Invoice $34,843 $16,660
Cargo net 25 40
Floor mats 180  
Leather seating surfaces   1,000
Sunroof   700
Universal garage door opener   70
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   180
Cargo net 18 32
Floor mats 134  
Leather seating surfaces   870
Sunroof   610
Universal garage door opener   55
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   145
Options (change) 205 1,990
Options (change) 152 1,712
Destination 850 695
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $30,345 $20,180
Total Invoice $28,345 $19,067

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,000
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,388
Model Year20162010
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
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$30,345$20,180
Adjustments for Features-4,1650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,180$20,180
Total Invoice$28,345$19,067
Adjustments for Features-3,8900
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,455$19,067

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Features Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20162010
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
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
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Heat pump$250 
Interior air filter $0
Rear wiper$175 
Engine / Motor 
30 kWh battery pack$0 
6.6 kW onboard charger$500 
DC quick-charging capability$750 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Navigation system$600 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Detailed driving style feedback$100 
Digital instruments$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
LED headlights$1000 
Outside temperature display$50 
Tachometer $75
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
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$5,990$1,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,165$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,8900

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20162010
ModelLEAFForte
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in104.3 in
Length175.0 in178.3 in
Width69.7 in69.9 in
Height61.0 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,257 lb.2,708 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 in37.8 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
23.6 ft314.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
30.0 ft314.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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