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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: $27,505

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,550

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,823

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,166

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112017
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIForte
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,995 $37,345 $21,300
Base Invoice $27,309 $35,285 $20,130
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 195 195  
Cargo net 55 55 50
Universal garage door opener 85 85 350
Navigation system 2,000 1,800  
Satellite radio   427  
Premium Plus Package     4,490
Floor mats     125
Rear spoiler     295
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 127 127  
Cargo net 36 36 42
Universal garage door opener 55 55 291
Navigation system 1,737 1,565  
Satellite radio   320  
Premium Plus Package     4,119
Floor mats     102
Rear spoiler     244
Options (change) 2,335 2,562 5,310
Options (change) 1,955 2,103 4,798
Destination 725 725 895
Total Price $32,055 $40,632 $27,505
Total Invoice $29,989 $38,113 $25,823

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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: $7,480
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,917
Model Year201120112017
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIForte
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine265hp H4305hp H4164hp I4
TransmissionM5M6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10100, 10?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17245/40-18215/45-17
Total Price$32,055$40,632$27,505
Adjustments for Features0-1,650-2,930
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,055$38,982$24,575
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,927$0
Total Invoice$29,989$38,113$25,823
Adjustments for Features0-1,548-2,751
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,989$36,565$23,072
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,576$0

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

Model Year201120112017
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIImpreza / WRX / STIForte
TrimWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Forward collision warning  $200
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200
Lane departure warning  $200
Pedestrian detection  $50
Rearview camera  $200
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Rear air vents  $100
Wiper de-icer$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275 
Limited-slip front differential $500 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Hood scoop$100$100 
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
App support  $0
Apple CarPlay support  $100
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
CD player$125$125 
HD radio  $50
iPod integration$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$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 
Approach detection  $25
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Power-folding mirrors  $50
Steering-linked headlights  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Door sill trim plates $100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Metal pedals$75$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,620$4,270$5,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,650$2,930
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,548-2,751

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

Model Year20112017
ModelImpreza / WRX / STIForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in106.3 in
Length180.3 in179.5 in
Width68.5 in70.1 in
Height58.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,076 lb.2,909 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 in53.8 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

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200No
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50No
Upgraded instruments0No
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Total Requested215045%
Total Not Requested262555%

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