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Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,795

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $6,136

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,349

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $5,649

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Model Year20092016
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIForte
TrimWRX PremiumEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,495 $19,990
Base Invoice $25,925 $18,993
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 192  
Cargo net 32 50
Universal garage door opener 85  
Remote start 432 495
Navigation system 2,000  
Premium Package   3,000
Floor mats   115
Rear spoiler   295
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 125  
Cargo net 28 42
Universal garage door opener 55  
Remote start 324 410
Navigation system 1,846  
Premium Package   2,717
Floor mats   93
Rear spoiler   244
Options (change) 2,741 3,955
Options (change) 2,378 3,506
Destination 695 850
Total Price $30,931 $24,795
Total Invoice $28,998 $23,349

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,291
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,737
Model Year20092016
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIForte
TrimWRX PremiumEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine265hp H4173hp I4
TransmissionM5T6
DrivetrainAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-17215/45-17
Total Price$30,931$24,795
Adjustments for Features0-1,155
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,931$23,640
Total Invoice$28,998$23,349
Adjustments for Features0-1,088
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,998$22,261

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Features Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092016
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIForte
TrimWRX PremiumEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Hood scoop$100 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces $900
Metal pedals$75 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,295$3,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,155
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,088

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX / STI vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092016
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in106.3 in
Length180.3 in179.5 in
Width68.5 in70.1 in
Height58.1 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,076 lb.2,960 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume11.3 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Voice control for external devices0No
Total Requested195058%
Total Not Requested142542%

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