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Subaru Forester 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.
Subaru Forester vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,060 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $2,313 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,562 Kia Forte EX | ||||
| Difference: $1,728 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,695 | $27,895 | $20,390 | $20,990 |
| Base Invoice | $24,930 | $26,116 | $19,367 | $19,811 |
| Rear spoiler | 353 | 353 | ||
| Satellite radio | 445 | 445 | ||
| Cargo net | 46 | 46 | 50 | 50 |
| Rear bumper protector | 72 | 72 | 75 | 75 |
| Cargo tray | 75 | 75 | 80 | 80 |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 42 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 87 | |||
| Premium Tech Package | 4,500 | 4,200 | ||
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 230 | 230 | ||
| Satellite radio | 334 | 334 | ||
| Cargo net | 30 | 30 | 42 | 42 |
| Rear bumper protector | 47 | 47 | 62 | 62 |
| Cargo tray | 46 | 46 | 67 | 67 |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 28 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | 56 | |||
| Premium Tech Package | 4,081 | 3,863 | ||
| Floor mats | 93 | 93 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,033 | 1,261 | 4,820 | 4,520 |
| Options (change) | 715 | 862 | 4,345 | 4,127 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 850 | 850 |
| Total Price | $28,373 | $29,801 | $26,060 | $26,360 |
| Total Invoice | $26,290 | $27,623 | $24,562 | $24,788 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,678 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,082 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 173hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 173hp I4 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | A4 | M5 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 120, 7 | 155, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $28,373 | $29,801 | $26,060 | $26,360 |
| Adjustments for Features | -640 | 0 | -1,005 | -830 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,733 | $29,801 | $25,055 | $25,530 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,068 | $0 | $475 |
| Total Invoice | $26,290 | $27,623 | $24,562 | $24,788 |
| Adjustments for Features | -593 | 0 | -947 | -781 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,697 | $27,623 | $23,615 | $24,007 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,926 | $0 | $392 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5 X L.L. Bean Edition | 2.5 XT Limited | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $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 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | ||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,960 | $5,320 | $6,325 | $6,150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $640 | $0 | $1,005 | $830 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -593 | 0 | -947 | -781 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | Forester | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 65.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,166 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.5 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.6 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.6 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2450 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1750 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 2800 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 1825 | 39% |
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