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

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Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,255

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $3,466

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,127

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $3,273

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220122010
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXForte
Trim2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,595 $29,095 $37,445 $17,495
Base Invoice $20,517 $27,405 $35,379 $16,660
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165 165 180
Cargo net 55 55 55 40
Universal garage door opener 85 85 85 70
Cargo tray 71 71 71 75
Sunroof 1,000     700
Leather seating surfaces       1,000
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107 107 145
Cargo net 36 36 36 32
Universal garage door opener 56 56 56 55
Cargo tray 46 46 46 60
Sunroof 888     610
Leather seating surfaces       870
Options (change) 1,376 376 376 2,065
Options (change) 1,133 245 245 1,772
Destination 750 750 750 695
Total Price $23,721 $30,221 $38,571 $20,255
Total Invoice $22,400 $28,400 $36,374 $19,127

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $491
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $464
Model Year2012201220122010
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXForte
Trim2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp H4265hp H4305hp H4173hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6M5M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17235/45-17245/40-18215/45-17
Total Price$23,721$30,221$38,571$20,255
Adjustments for Features-2,975-2,175-3,8250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,746$28,046$34,746$20,255
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,300$14,000$0
Total Invoice$22,400$28,400$36,374$19,127
Adjustments for Features-2,809-2,044-3,6070
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,591$26,356$32,767$19,127
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,765$13,176$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Kia Forte

Model Year2012201220122010
ModelImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXImpreza / WRXForte
Trim2.0i LimitedWRX LimitedWRX STI LimitedSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100   
5-speed manual $0  
6-speed manual  $150$150
AWD$1700$1700$1700 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
Proximity key   $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  $0
Knee airbag, driver$75   
Rollover sensor$50$50$50 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 
Wiper de-icer$25$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 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
HD radio$50   
Satellite radio   $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125   
Automatic-off headlights $25$25$25
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
Outside temperature display$50$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Xenon HID headlights $500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  $50
Door sill trim plates  $100 
Metal pedals $75$75$75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100   
Total Value of Features$3,775$2,975$4,625$800
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,975$2,175$3,825$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,809-2,044-3,6070

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122010
ModelImpreza / WRXForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.1 in104.3 in
Length180.3 in178.3 in
Width68.5 in69.9 in
Height57.6 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,912 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.6 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.5 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.2 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft314.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Subaru Impreza / WRX vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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