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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: $23,615

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $6,730

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,374

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $5,971

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620182018
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $36,790 $22,100 $23,800
Base Invoice $34,843 $20,966 $22,422
Floor mats 180 125 125
Cargo net 25 50 50
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Cargo mat   95 95
Floor mats 134 102 102
Cargo net 18 42 42
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Cargo mat   78 78
Options (change) 205 620 620
Options (change) 152 513 513
Destination 850 895 895
Gas Tax -7,500 0 0
Total Price $30,345 $23,615 $25,315
Total Invoice $28,345 $22,374 $23,830

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,660
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,103
Model Year201620182018
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine107hp E164hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionA1T6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$30,345$23,615$25,315
Adjustments for Features-3,0700-275
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,275$23,615$25,040
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,425
Total Invoice$28,345$22,374$23,830
Adjustments for Features-2,8680-259
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,477$22,374$23,571
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,197

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Features Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201620182018
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$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$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200  
Heat pump$250  
Interior air filter $0$0
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$25
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation system$600  
Traffic information$25  
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Compass $0$0
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
Heated second row seats$200  
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$5,245$2,175$2,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,070$0$275
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,8680-259

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20162018
ModelLEAFForte
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length175.0 in171.3 in
Width69.7 in70.1 in
Height61.0 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,257 lb.2,929 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.2 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.7 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.5 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.3 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		23.6 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		30.0 ft356.4 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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