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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: $25,265 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $5,027 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,842 Kia Forte EX | |||||
| Difference: $4,438 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R Limited | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $22,295 | $31,595 | $32,095 | $19,700 | $20,900 |
| Base Invoice | $21,020 | $29,367 | $29,924 | $18,759 | $19,717 |
| Limited Package | 5,000 | ||||
| Cargo net | 42 | 42 | 42 | 50 | 50 |
| Universal garage door opener | 77 | 77 | 77 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 183 | 183 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Metal pedals | 149 | ||||
| Technology Package | 2,000 | 1,800 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,600 | 2,200 | |||
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |||
| Limited Package | 4,538 | ||||
| Cargo net | 28 | 28 | 28 | 42 | 42 |
| Universal garage door opener | 50 | 50 | 50 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 119 | 119 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,830 | 1,823 | 1,822 | ||
| Metal pedals | 94 | ||||
| Technology Package | 1,800 | 1,624 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,348 | 1,986 | |||
| Floor mats | 93 | 93 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,302 | 2,302 | 2,268 | 4,765 | 4,165 |
| Options (change) | 6,565 | 2,020 | 1,994 | 4,283 | 3,745 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 695 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $30,292 | $34,592 | $35,058 | $25,265 | $25,865 |
| Total Invoice | $28,280 | $32,082 | $32,613 | $23,842 | $24,262 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,777 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,214 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R Limited | 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 | M5 | M5 | T5 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 9 | 440, 9 | 440, 9 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 225/55-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $30,292 | $34,592 | $35,058 | $25,265 | $25,865 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,125 | -1,250 | -2,325 | -875 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,167 | $33,342 | $32,733 | $24,390 | $25,865 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,175 | $3,566 | $0 | $1,475 |
| Total Invoice | $28,280 | $32,082 | $32,613 | $23,842 | $24,262 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,050 | -1,159 | -2,163 | -826 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,230 | $30,923 | $30,450 | $23,016 | $24,262 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,693 | $3,220 | $0 | $1,246 |
Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Outback | Outback | Outback | Forte | Forte |
| Trim | 2.5i | 2.5 XT Limited | 3.0R Limited | EX | SX |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $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 | ||||
| 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 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | $5,300 | $5,425 | $6,500 | $5,050 | $4,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,125 | $1,250 | $2,325 | $875 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,050 | -1,159 | -2,163 | -826 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 |
| 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
| Limited Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 275 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Sunroof, large | 1100 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | No |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Mud guards | 75 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 225/55VR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2550 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 3275 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| LED tail lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Engine immobilizer (optional) | 0 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2600 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 46% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2600 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 22% |
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