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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: $21,150

Toyota Matrix S   
Difference: $305

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092009202020202020
ModelMatrixMatrixForteForteForte
TrimSXRSGT-LineEXGT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,360 $20,760 $20,490 $22,090 $22,490
CD changer, in-dash 420        
Cruise control 250        
Stability control 250        
215/45WR17 880        
Sport Package 270        
Rear spoiler       295  
CD changer, in-dash 326        
Cruise control 200        
Stability control 215        
215/45WR17 704        
Sport Package 216        
Rear spoiler       244  
Options (change) 2,070 0 0 295 0
Options (change) 1,661 0 0 244 0
Destination 720 720 965 965 965
Total Price $21,150 $21,480 $21,455 $23,350 $23,455

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,680
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,347
Model Year20092009202020202020
ModelMatrixMatrixForteForteForte
TrimSXRSGT-LineEXGT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine158hp I4158hp I4147hp I4147hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM5M5CVT-6CVT-6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17215/45-18215/45-17215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$21,150$21,480$21,455$23,350$23,455
Adjustments for Features00-1,630-3,880-3,230
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,150$21,480$19,825$19,470$20,225
Cost Above Minimum$0$330$355$0$755

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Features Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092009202020202020
ModelMatrixMatrixForteForteForte
TrimSXRSGT-LineEXGT
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0   
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT  $1100$1100 
7-speed automated manual    $1200
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100   
Proximity key   $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25$25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0   
Blind spot warning system   $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100 
Rearview camera  $200$200$200
Temporary spare tire$150$150   
Vehicle health reports  $0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75   
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200 
Dual-zone climate control   $125 
Rear air vents   $100 
Rear wiper$175$175   
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25$25
Rear spoiler $200$200$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100$100$100
App support  $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325    
CD player $125   
MP3-compatible player$50$50   
Satellite radio  $200$200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25$25
USB port  $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection   $25$25
Automatic headlights  $125$125$125
Fog lights$125$125 $125$125
Heated mirrors  $25$25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50$50
Trip computer  $150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10   
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50$50
Folding passenger seat$150$150   
Heated front seats   $200$200
Leather seating surfaces   $900$900
Metal pedals    $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0 $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls    $100
Total Value of Features$1,170$1,170$2,800$5,050$4,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$1,630$3,880$3,230
Value of Feature Adjustments00-73-201-133

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Specifications Comparison: Toyota Matrix vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092020
ModelMatrixForte
Body4dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.4 in106.3 in
Length171.9 in182.7 in
Width69.5 in70.9 in
Height61.4 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,866 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.6 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room43.7 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
19.8 ft315.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
61.5 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Toyota Matrix S

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%

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