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Subaru Outback 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 Outback vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $25,985 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $4,257 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,500 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $3,702 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5i L.L. Bean | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R L.L. Bean | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $26,295 | $30,995 | $31,495 | $20,390 | $20,990 |
| Base Invoice | $24,659 | $28,795 | $29,350 | $19,367 | $19,811 |
| Stability control | 300 | ||||
| Limited Package | 2,700 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | |||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | 42 | 50 | 50 |
| Universal garage door opener | 77 | 77 | 77 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Metal pedals | 149 | ||||
| Premium Tech Package | 4,500 | 4,200 | |||
| Cargo tray | 80 | 80 | |||
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |||
| Stability control | 275 | ||||
| Limited Package | 2,426 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | |||
| Cargo net | 28 | 28 | 28 | 42 | 42 |
| Universal garage door opener | 50 | 50 | 50 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,822 | 1,822 | |||
| Metal pedals | 94 | ||||
| Premium Tech Package | 4,081 | 3,863 | |||
| Cargo tray | 67 | 67 | |||
| Floor mats | 93 | 93 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,302 | 2,302 | 2,268 | 4,745 | 4,445 |
| Options (change) | 2,898 | 2,019 | 1,994 | 4,283 | 4,065 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 645 | 850 | 850 |
| Total Price | $30,242 | $33,942 | $34,408 | $25,985 | $26,285 |
| Total Invoice | $28,202 | $31,459 | $31,989 | $24,500 | $24,726 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,357 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,932 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5i L.L. Bean | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R L.L. Bean | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 170hp H4 | 243hp H4 | 245hp H6 | 173hp I4 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | T4 | M5 | T5 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 6 | 100, 6 | 100, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 215/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $30,242 | $33,942 | $34,408 | $25,985 | $26,285 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,075 | -1,650 | -2,850 | -175 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,167 | $32,292 | $31,558 | $25,810 | $26,285 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,125 | $3,391 | $0 | $475 |
| Total Invoice | $28,202 | $31,459 | $31,989 | $24,500 | $24,726 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,935 | -1,529 | -2,650 | -165 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,267 | $29,930 | $29,339 | $24,335 | $24,726 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,663 | $3,072 | $0 | $391 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5i L.L. Bean | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R L.L. Bean | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| 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 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Raised heavy-duty suspension | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,425 | $6,000 | $7,200 | $4,525 | $4,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,075 | $1,650 | $2,850 | $175 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,935 | -1,529 | -2,650 | -165 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 |
| Model | Outback | Forte |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 188.7 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 63.2 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,331 lb. | 3,046 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 44.1 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.7 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.6 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5i L.L. Bean
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 54% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 3175 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 3525 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 24% |
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