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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: $24,405

Kia Forte GT   
Difference: $5,940

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620212021
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXGT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $36,790 $23,090 $22,790
Floor mats 180 125 125
Cargo net 25 50 50
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Cargo mat   95 95
Rear spoiler   295  
Floor mats 134 102 102
Cargo net 18 42 42
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Cargo mat   78 78
Rear spoiler   244  
Options (change) 205 915 620
Options (change) 152 757 513
Destination 850 995 995
Gas Tax -7,500 0 0
Total Price $30,345 $25,000 $24,405

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,350
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,432
Model Year201620212021
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXGT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine107hp E147hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionA1CVT-6S7
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$25,000$24,405
Adjustments for Features-3,645-6500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,700$24,350$24,405
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$55

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Features Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201620212021
ModelLEAFForteForte
TrimSLEXGT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100  
Photovoltaic solar panel$250  
Remote climate control $25$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  
Blind spot warning system $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Rearview camera$200  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Heat pump$250  
Interior air filter $0$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$25
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Infotainment 
App support$0  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation system$600  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25  
Traffic information$25  
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$5,920$2,925$2,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,645$650$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,405-460

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan LEAF vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20162021
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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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 GT

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

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