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Toyota Corolla vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Toyota Corolla vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,395

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $197

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,016

Toyota Corolla XRS   
Difference: $1,001

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092016
ModelCorollaForte
TrimXRSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,860 $19,990
Base Invoice $17,256 $18,993
Floor mats 199 115
Leather seating surfaces 1,490  
Power Package 635  
Satellite radio 449  
Cargo net 49 50
Navigation system 1,300  
Sunroof 890  
Premium Package   3,000
Cargo mat   95
Rear spoiler   295
Floor mats 130 93
Leather seating surfaces 1,192  
Power Package 508  
Satellite radio 359  
Cargo net 34 42
Navigation system 1,105  
Sunroof 712  
Premium Package   2,717
Cargo mat   78
Rear spoiler   244
Options (change) 5,012 3,555
Options (change) 4,040 3,174
Destination 720 850
Total Price $24,592 $24,395
Total Invoice $22,016 $23,017

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Corolla vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,677
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,339
Model Year20092016
ModelCorollaForte
TrimXRSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG25/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-17
Total Price$24,592$24,395
Adjustments for Features0-2,480
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,592$21,915
Total Invoice$22,016$23,017
Adjustments for Features0-2,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,016$20,677

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Features Comparison: Toyota Corolla vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092016
ModelCorollaForte
TrimXRSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $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 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather door panel trim$250 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$420$2,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,480
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,340

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Specifications Comparison: Toyota Corolla vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092016
ModelCorollaForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.4 in106.3 in
Length178.7 in179.5 in
Width69.3 in70.1 in
Height57.7 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,877 lb.2,959 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.6 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room43.9 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Traffic information25No
HD radio50No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested260077%
Total Not Requested77523%

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