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Pontiac Vibe vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Pontiac Vibe vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,570

Pontiac Vibe GT   
Difference: $1,550

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,415

Pontiac Vibe GT   
Difference: $1,548

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920182018
ModelVibeForteForte
TrimGTEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,875 $22,100 $23,800
Base Invoice $19,727 $20,966 $22,422
Cargo cover 60    
Floor mats   125 125
Cargo cover 53    
Floor mats   102 102
Options (change) 60 125 125
Options (change) 53 102 102
Destination 635 895 895
Total Price $21,570 $23,120 $24,820
Total Invoice $20,415 $21,963 $23,419

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Pontiac Vibe vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $855
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $737
Model Year200920182018
ModelVibeForteForte
TrimGTEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine158hp I4164hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM5T6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$21,570$23,120$24,820
Adjustments for Features0-2,405-2,680
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,570$20,715$22,140
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,425
Total Invoice$20,415$21,963$23,419
Adjustments for Features0-2,285-2,529
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,415$19,678$20,890
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,212

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Features Comparison: Pontiac Vibe vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200920182018
ModelVibeForteForte
TrimGTEXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Proximity key $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist $50$50
Rearview camera $200$200
Temporary spare tire$150  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo organizer$100  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat$150  
Heated front seats $200$200
Leather seating surfaces $900$900
Metal pedals  $75
Partial leather seating sufaces$450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Machined alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$1,695$4,100$4,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,405$2,680
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,285-2,529

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Specifications Comparison: Pontiac Vibe vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092018
ModelVibeForte
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase102.4 in106.3 in
Length171.1 in171.3 in
Width69.5 in70.1 in
Height61.0 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,857 lb.2,929 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room43.7 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
20.1 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
49.4 ft356.4 ft3

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