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Subaru WRX vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Subaru WRX vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,225

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $8,910

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,707

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $8,134

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152016
ModelWRXWRXForte
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,995 $38,495 $19,990
Base Invoice $28,232 $36,355 $18,993
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165  
Navigation Package 2,500 1,500  
Cargo net 55 55 50
Cargo tray 71 71 80
Universal garage door opener 85 85 350
Remote start 469   495
Premium Package     3,000
Floor mats     115
Rear spoiler     295
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107  
Navigation Package 2,218 1,331  
Cargo net 36 36 42
Cargo tray 46 46 67
Universal garage door opener 56 56 291
Remote start 351   410
Premium Package     2,717
Floor mats     93
Rear spoiler     244
Options (change) 3,345 1,876 4,385
Options (change) 2,814 1,576 3,864
Destination 795 795 850
Total Price $34,135 $41,166 $25,225
Total Invoice $31,841 $38,726 $23,707

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,235
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,639
Model Year201520152016
ModelWRXWRXForte
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp H4305hp H4173hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9440, 9?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-17245/40-18215/45-17
Total Price$34,135$41,166$25,225
Adjustments for Features-2,675-4,1500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,460$37,016$25,225
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,556$0
Total Invoice$31,841$38,726$23,707
Adjustments for Features-2,495-3,9040
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,346$34,822$23,707
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,476$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201520152016
ModelWRXWRXForte
TrimLimitedSTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
AWD$1700$1700 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Remote start$150 $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
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 
Front splitter spoiler$200$200 
Hood scoop$100$100 
Laminated front side windows$200$200 
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500 
Infotainment 
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75$75 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750 
Power-folding mirrors  $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Door sill trim plates $100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals$75$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Performance steering system (optional) $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$4,600$6,075$1,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,675$4,150$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,495-3,9040

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20152016
ModelWRXForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in
Length180.9 in179.5 in
Width70.7 in70.1 in
Height58.1 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.2,960 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru WRX Limited

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%

Option Package Details
Subaru WRX STI Limited

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested332599%
Total Not Requested501%

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