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Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,350

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,975

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,522

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $3,333

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152008
ModelForteForteRio
TrimLXEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,890 $19,390 $13,615
Base Invoice $15,587 $18,432 $12,915
205/55HR16 300    
Popular Package 900    
Floor mats 115 115 85
Rear spoiler 295 295  
Power Package     600
Antilock brakes (ABS)     400
205/55HR16 269    
Popular Package 837    
Floor mats 93 93 65
Rear spoiler 244 244  
Power Package     535
Antilock brakes (ABS)     357
Options (change) 1,610 410 1,085
Options (change) 1,443 337 957
Destination 825 825 650
Total Price $18,325 $20,625 $15,350
Total Invoice $17,855 $19,594 $14,522

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,670
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,061
Model Year201520152008
ModelForteForteRio
TrimLXEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4173hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM6T6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16195/55-15
Total Price$18,325$20,625$15,350
Adjustments for Features-1,305-2,9050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,020$17,720$15,350
Cost Above Minimum$0$700$0
Total Invoice$17,855$19,594$14,522
Adjustments for Features-1,272-2,7600
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,583$16,834$14,522
Cost Above Minimum$0$251$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Model Year201520152008
ModelForteForteRio
TrimLXEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150$150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Stability control$400$400 
Temporary spare tire  $150
Traction control$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Satellite radio$200$200 
USB port$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125 
Automatic-off headlights$25 $25
Fog lights $125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Outside temperature display$50$50 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200 
Total Value of Features$2,125$3,725$820
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,305$2,905$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,272-2,7600

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20152008
ModelForteRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in98.4 in
Length179.5 in166.9 in
Width70.1 in66.7 in
Height56.5 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,960 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft311.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte LX

Popular Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150No
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40No
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40No
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Map lights25No
Overhead sunglass holder25No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Total Requested22524%
Total Not Requested70576%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Antilock brakes (ABS)
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

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