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Toyota Highlander 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.
Toyota Highlander vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,990 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $10,429 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,128 Kia Forte SX | ||
| Difference: $8,773 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | Highlander | Forte |
| Trim | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $35,595 | $23,800 |
| Base Invoice | $32,498 | $22,422 |
| Floor mats | 315 | 125 |
| Navigation system | 2,650 | |
| Cargo net | 49 | 50 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,600 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | |
| Floor mats | 200 | 102 |
| Navigation system | 2,359 | |
| Cargo net | 34 | 42 |
| Premium Tech Package | 3,236 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 62 | |
| Cargo mat | 78 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | |
| Options (change) | 3,014 | 4,295 |
| Options (change) | 2,593 | 3,811 |
| Destination | 810 | 895 |
| Total Price | $39,419 | $28,990 |
| Total Invoice | $35,901 | $27,128 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Kia Forte
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,929 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,407 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | Highlander | Forte |
| Trim | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 270hp V6 | 201hp I4 |
| Transmission | T5 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/24 MPG | 25/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/55-19 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $39,419 | $28,990 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,500 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,919 | $28,990 |
| Total Invoice | $35,901 | $27,128 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,366 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,535 | $27,128 |
Features Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | Highlander | Forte |
| Trim | Limited | SX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Removable second-row console | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Approach detection | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Conversation mirror | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Stowable center seat, second row | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,450 | $3,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,500 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,366 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Kia Forte
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | Highlander | Forte |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,045 lb. | 3,031 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.7 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.5 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.5 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.3 in | 35.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 36.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 42.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 29.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 2625 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 37% |
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