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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: $20,565

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $190

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,729

Toyota Matrix XR   
Difference: $889

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820152015
ModelMatrixForteForte
TrimXREXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $16,990 $19,690 $20,890
Base Invoice $15,373 $18,751 $19,707
Extra Value Package 1 270    
Side curtain airbags 645    
Alloy wheels 410    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 300    
Stability control 650    
4-speed automatic 830    
Cargo net   50 50
Extra Value Package 1 243    
Side curtain airbags 555    
Alloy wheels 328    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 258    
Stability control 559    
4-speed automatic 753    
Cargo net   42 42
Options (change) 3,105 50 50
Options (change) 2,696 42 42
Destination 660 825 825
Total Price $20,755 $20,565 $21,765
Total Invoice $18,729 $19,618 $20,574

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,770
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $618
Model Year200820152015
ModelMatrixForteForte
TrimXREXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine126hp I4173hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionA4T6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$20,755$20,565$21,765
Adjustments for Features0-1,580-1,230
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,755$18,985$20,535
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,550
Total Invoice$18,729$19,618$20,574
Adjustments for Features0-1,507-1,163
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,729$18,111$19,411
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,300

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Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200820152015
ModelMatrixForteForte
TrimXREXSX
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Proximity key  $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
911 assist  $25
Brake assist $50$50
Rearview camera  $200
Temporary spare tire$150  
Traction control $100$100
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50  
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Infotainment 
App support  $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Power-folding mirrors $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
Folding passenger seat$150  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$1,570$3,150$2,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,580$1,230
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,507-1,163

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Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082015
ModelMatrixForte
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase102.4 in106.3 in
Length171.3 in171.3 in
Width69.9 in70.1 in
Height61.6 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,680 lb.3,046 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.7 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.8 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.8 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.8 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
53.2 ft356.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix XR

Extra Value Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%

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