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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: $22,755 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $6,582 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $21,402 Kia Forte SX | ||||
| Difference: $5,879 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,595 | $27,895 | $29,895 | $18,395 |
| Base Invoice | $24,905 | $26,094 | $27,992 | $17,520 |
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Cargo cover | 166 | 166 | 166 | |
| Rear spoiler | 368 | 368 | ||
| Cargo net | 48 | 48 | 48 | 40 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 185 | 185 | 185 | |
| Technology Package | 1,800 | |||
| Sunroof | 750 | |||
| Leather Package | 1,000 | |||
| Cargo tray | 75 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,066 | 888 | 888 | |
| Cargo cover | 108 | 108 | 108 | |
| Rear spoiler | 276 | 276 | ||
| Cargo net | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 120 | 120 | 120 | |
| Technology Package | 1,570 | |||
| Sunroof | 655 | |||
| Leather Package | 870 | |||
| Cargo tray | 60 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,967 | 1,767 | 1,399 | 3,665 |
| Options (change) | 1,601 | 1,423 | 1,147 | 3,187 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 695 |
| Total Price | $29,337 | $30,437 | $32,069 | $22,755 |
| Total Invoice | $27,281 | $28,292 | $29,914 | $21,402 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,987 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,536 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 170hp H4 | 224hp H4 | 173hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | T4 | T4 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 6 | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 215/45-17 |
| Total Price | $29,337 | $30,437 | $32,069 | $22,755 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,595 | -4,295 | -4,470 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,742 | $26,142 | $27,599 | $22,755 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $400 | $1,857 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,281 | $28,292 | $29,914 | $21,402 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,343 | -3,992 | -4,170 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $23,938 | $24,300 | $25,744 | $21,402 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $362 | $1,806 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forester | Forester | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Hood scoop | $100 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $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 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,270 | $5,970 | $6,145 | $1,675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,595 | $4,295 | $4,470 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,343 | -3,992 | -4,170 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Forester vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Forester | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 170.9 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.9 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,251 lb. | 2,782 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.1 in | 43.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.0 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 0.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 X Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Touring
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 18% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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