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Nissan Maxima vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Nissan Maxima vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,770 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $14,850 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,159 Kia Forte EX | ||
| Difference: $12,695 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | Maxima | Forte |
| Trim | SV | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $35,120 | $19,390 |
| Base Invoice | $32,163 | $18,432 |
| Tech Package | 1,850 | |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | 2,700 |
| Floor mats | 195 | 115 |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 295 |
| UVO Package | 900 | |
| Technology Package | 2,400 | |
| Cargo net | 50 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Tech Package | 1,605 | |
| Premium Package | 2,862 | 2,441 |
| Floor mats | 146 | 93 |
| Rear spoiler | 298 | 244 |
| UVO Package | 837 | |
| Technology Package | 2,167 | |
| Cargo net | 42 | |
| Cargo mat | 78 | |
| Options (change) | 5,720 | 6,555 |
| Options (change) | 4,911 | 5,902 |
| Destination | 780 | 825 |
| Total Price | $41,620 | $26,770 |
| Total Invoice | $37,854 | $25,159 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,070 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,986 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | Maxima | Forte |
| Trim | SV | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | CVT-6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 22/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $41,620 | $26,770 |
| Adjustments for Features | -780 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,840 | $26,770 |
| Total Invoice | $37,854 | $25,159 |
| Adjustments for Features | -709 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,145 | $25,159 |
Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | Maxima | Forte |
| Trim | SV | EX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,080 | $3,300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $780 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -709 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | Maxima | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 190.6 in | 179.5 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,556 lb. | 3,036 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.8 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.4 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 8% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Second-row 3-person bench | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1440 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1030 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3400 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 6% |
| UVO Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 215/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 67% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 3% |
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