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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,330

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $285

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,988

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI   
Difference: $506

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620142014
ModelNew BeetleForteForte
Trim2.5 / TDIKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $17,180 $18,600 $20,600
Base Invoice $16,107 $17,708 $19,436
Package 2 1,755    
Package 1 1,390    
Satellite radio 375    
Premium Package   2,100 1,800
Floor mats   115 115
Package 2 1,629    
Package 1 1,291    
Satellite radio 331    
Premium Package   1,893 1,624
Floor mats   93 93
Options (change) 3,520 2,215 1,915
Options (change) 3,251 1,986 1,717
Destination 630 800 800
Total Price $21,330 $21,615 $23,315
Total Invoice $19,988 $20,494 $21,953

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte Koup EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,825
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,495
Model Year200620142014
ModelNew BeetleForteForte
Trim2.5 / TDIKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine150hp I5173hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$21,330$21,615$23,315
Adjustments for Features0-2,110-2,110
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,330$19,505$21,205
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,700
Total Invoice$19,988$20,494$21,953
Adjustments for Features0-2,001-1,987
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,988$18,493$19,966
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,473

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200620142014
ModelNew BeetleForteForte
Trim2.5 / TDIKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Proximity key $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Rearview camera $200$200
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo cover$75  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15  
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Power-folding mirrors $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Cooled or ventilated driver seat $150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$315$2,425$2,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,110$2,110
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,001-1,987

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062014
ModelNew BeetleForte
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Wheelbase98.7 in106.3 in
Length161.1 in178.3 in
Width67.9 in70.1 in
Height59.0 in55.5 in
Curb Weight2,885 lb.2,988 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room52.8 in55.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom39.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room49.3 in53.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.5 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.0 ft313.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
27.2 ft313.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI

Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
225/45HR17 tires400No
Total Requested142574%
Total Not Requested50026%
Package 1
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested110099%
Total Not Requested151%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte Koup EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Proximity key250No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
Total Requested225078%
Total Not Requested62522%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte Koup SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
Total Requested225087%
Total Not Requested35013%

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