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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: $23,830

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $6,515

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162019
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Base Price $36,790 $21,990
Floor mats 180 125
Cargo net 25 50
Universal garage door opener   350
Cargo mat   95
Rear spoiler   295
Floor mats 134 102
Cargo net 18 42
Universal garage door opener   291
Cargo mat   78
Rear spoiler   244
Options (change) 205 915
Options (change) 152 757
Destination 850 925
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $30,345 $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: $3,920
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,239
Model Year20162019
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Engine107hp E147hp I4
TransmissionA1CVT-6
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$23,830
Adjustments for Features-2,5950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,750$23,830

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Features Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20162019
ModelLEAFForte
TrimSLEX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
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 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heat pump$250 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
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
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation system$600 
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Compass $0
Detailed driving style feedback$100 
Digital instruments$0 
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 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$5,295$2,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,595$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,4240

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20162019
ModelLEAFForte
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length175.0 in182.7 in
Width69.7 in70.9 in
Height61.0 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,257 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.2 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.5 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.3 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
23.6 ft315.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
30.0 ft315.3 ft3

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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%

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