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Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,215

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $2,130

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,915

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $2,075

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320132016
ModelForteForteRio
TrimLXEXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,400 $17,800 $14,165
Base Invoice $15,100 $16,950 $13,901
Cargo tray 75 75 80
Floor mats 95   120
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,000    
Cargo tray 60 60 67
Floor mats 75   97
6-speed shiftable automatic 980    
Options (change) 1,170 75 200
Options (change) 1,115 60 164
Destination 775 775 850
Total Price $17,345 $18,650 $15,215
Total Invoice $16,990 $17,785 $14,915

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $705
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $267
Model Year201320132016
ModelForteForteRio
TrimLXEXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine156hp I4156hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6T6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/36 MPG26/36 MPG27/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/65-15195/65-15185/65-15
Total Price$17,345$18,650$15,215
Adjustments for Features-1,025-2,7300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,320$15,920$15,215
Cost Above Minimum$400$0$0
Total Invoice$16,990$17,785$14,915
Adjustments for Features-1,004-2,6030
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$15,986$15,182$14,915
Cost Above Minimum$804$0$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Model Year201320132016
ModelForteForteRio
TrimLXEXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150 
Power front side windows $250 
Power locks $275 
Power rear side windows $200 
Remote keyless entry $225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors  $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50 
Manual remote mirrors$25  
Outside temperature display $50 
Power mirrors $150$150
Power-folding mirrors $50 
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 $10
Visor mirror, passenger$10 $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Total Value of Features$1,670$3,375$645
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,025$2,730$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,004-2,6030

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20132016
ModelForteRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in101.2 in
Length178.3 in172.0 in
Width69.9 in67.7 in
Height57.5 in57.3 in
Curb Weight2,791 lb.2,656 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.11.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in52.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume14.7 ft313.7 ft3

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