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Dodge Nitro vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Dodge Nitro vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,865

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,130

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,539

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $4,513

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120142014
ModelNitroForteForte
TrimShockEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $27,245 $19,700 $20,900
Base Invoice $26,302 $18,759 $19,717
Premium Package   2,600 2,200
Rear bumper protector   75 75
Cargo tray   80 80
Floor mats   115 115
Remote start   495 495
Premium Package   2,348 1,986
Rear bumper protector   62 62
Cargo tray   67 67
Floor mats   93 93
Remote start   410 410
Options (change) 0 3,365 2,965
Options (change) 0 2,980 2,618
Destination 750 800 800
Total Price $27,995 $23,865 $24,665
Total Invoice $27,052 $22,539 $23,135

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Dodge Nitro vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,930
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,267
Model Year201120142014
ModelNitroForteForte
TrimShockEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine260hp V6173hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionT5T6M6
DrivetrainRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)368, 9?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/50-20205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$27,995$23,865$24,665
Adjustments for Features-75-8750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,920$22,990$24,665
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,675
Total Invoice$27,052$22,539$23,135
Adjustments for Features-72-8260
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,980$21,713$23,135
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,422

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Features Comparison: Dodge Nitro vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201120142014
ModelNitroForteForte
TrimShockEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
6-speed manual  $150
RWD$0  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Proximity key $250$250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Front side airbags $350$350
Obstacle detection, rear$250  
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor$50  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50  
Cargo cover $75$75
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rails$250  
Sliding load floor$275  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler $200$200
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
App support $0$0
Satellite radio $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250  
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
USB port $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Compass$0  
Power-folding mirrors $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Cooled or ventilated driver seat $150$150
Folding passenger seat$150  
Heated second row seats $200$200
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Metal pedals  $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Stain-resistant fabric$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0
Total Value of Features$3,650$4,450$3,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$75$875$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-72-8260

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Specifications Comparison: Dodge Nitro vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112014
ModelNitroForte
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase108.8 in106.3 in
Length178.9 in171.3 in
Width73.1 in70.1 in
Height69.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,933 lb.3,046 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.2 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom40.8 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.4 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.7 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.1 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
65.2 ft356.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
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
Total Requested250069%
Total Not Requested112531%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Cooled or ventilated driver seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested250075%
Total Not Requested85025%

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