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

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,990

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5L   
Difference: $525

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,071

Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5L   
Difference: $530

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920142014
ModelNew BeetleForteForte
Trim2.5LKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $17,915 $18,600 $20,600
Base Invoice $17,040 $17,708 $19,436
Satellite radio 375    
Floor mats   115 115
Satellite radio 331    
Floor mats   93 93
Options (change) 375 115 115
Options (change) 331 93 93
Destination 700 800 800
Total Price $18,990 $19,515 $21,515
Total Invoice $18,071 $18,601 $20,329

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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: $785
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $719
Model Year200920142014
ModelNew BeetleForteForte
Trim2.5LKoup 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)205/55-16205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$18,990$19,515$21,515
Adjustments for Features0-1,310-1,635
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,990$18,205$19,880
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,675
Total Invoice$18,071$18,601$20,329
Adjustments for Features0-1,249-1,545
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,071$17,352$18,784
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,432

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200920142014
ModelNew BeetleForteForte
Trim2.5LKoup EXKoup SX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $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
Temporary spare tire$150  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo cover$75  
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15  
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
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$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  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Metal pedals  $75
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$490$1,800$2,125
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,310$1,635
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,249-1,545

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen New Beetle vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092014
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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