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Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,380

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $2,575

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,472

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $1,478

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820112011
ModelMatrixForteForte
TrimXREXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $16,990 $16,895 $18,395
Base Invoice $15,373 $16,090 $17,520
Extra Value Package 2 880    
Side curtain airbags 645    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 300    
Stability control 650    
4-speed automatic 830    
Cargo net   40 40
Sunroof   750 750
Extra Value Package 2 792    
Side curtain airbags 555    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 258    
Stability control 559    
4-speed automatic 753    
Cargo net   32 32
Sunroof   655 655
Options (change) 3,305 790 790
Options (change) 2,917 687 687
Destination 660 695 695
Total Price $20,955 $18,380 $19,880
Total Invoice $18,950 $17,472 $18,902

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,605
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,507
Model Year200820112011
ModelMatrixForteForte
TrimXREXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine126hp I4156hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionA4M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$20,955$18,380$19,880
Adjustments for Features0-30-605
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,955$18,350$19,275
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$925
Total Invoice$18,950$17,472$18,902
Adjustments for Features0-29-575
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,950$17,443$18,327
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$884

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Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200820112011
ModelMatrixForteForte
TrimXREXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50  
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 $25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
USB port $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights $25 
Fog lights$125 $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Floor mats $75$75
Folding passenger seat$150  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$1,570$1,600$2,175
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$30$605
Value of Feature Adjustments0-29-575

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See a complete comparison of Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082011
ModelMatrixForte
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase102.4 in104.3 in
Length171.3 in170.9 in
Width69.9 in69.9 in
Height61.6 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,680 lb.2,782 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.8 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.8 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.8 ft319.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		53.2 ft30.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix XR

Extra Value Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Cruise control150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Total Requested1525100%
Total Not Requested00%

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