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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: $18,324

Volkswagen New Beetle S   
Difference: $1,206

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,207

Volkswagen New Beetle S   
Difference: $1,409

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820152015
ModelNew BeetleNew BeetleForteForte
TrimSSEKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $17,475 $20,525 $18,590 $20,590
Base Invoice $16,381 $19,538 $17,698 $19,428
iPod integration 199 199    
Floor mats     115 115
iPod integration 176 176    
Floor mats     93 93
Options (change) 199 199 115 115
Options (change) 176 176 93 93
Destination 650 650 825 825
Total Price $18,324 $21,374 $19,530 $21,530
Total Invoice $17,207 $20,364 $18,616 $20,346

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte Koup EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $144
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $122
Model Year2008200820152015
ModelNew BeetleNew BeetleForteForte
TrimSSEKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine150hp I5150hp I5173hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM5T6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-17205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$18,324$21,374$19,530$21,530
Adjustments for Features0-2,340-1,350-1,950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,324$19,034$18,180$19,580
Cost Above Minimum$0$710$0$1,400
Total Invoice$17,207$20,364$18,616$20,346
Adjustments for Features0-2,229-1,287-1,843
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,207$18,135$17,329$18,503
Cost Above Minimum$0$928$0$1,174

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte

Model Year2008200820152015
ModelNew BeetleNew BeetleForteForte
TrimSSEKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100  
6-speed manual  $150$150
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key   $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist   $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Rearview camera   $200
Side curtain airbags  $350$350
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Vehicle health reports   $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Cargo cover$75$75  
Overhead sunglass holder$25 $25$25
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25
Sunroof $900  
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
iPod integration$100$100  
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25
USB port  $25$25
Voice control for external devices   $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125$125
Fog lights  $125$125
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50
Trip computer  $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Heated front seats $200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Metal pedals   $75
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Total Value of Features$400$2,740$1,750$2,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,340$1,350$1,950
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,229-1,287-1,843

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082015
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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