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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: $15,760

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $4,560

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,912

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $4,403

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182009
ModelForteForteRio
TrimSEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,300 $21,600 $14,025
Base Invoice $18,318 $20,410 $13,305
Floor mats 125 125 85
Rear spoiler   295  
Power Package     600
Antilock brakes (ABS)     400
Floor mats 102 102 65
Rear spoiler   244  
Power Package     535
Antilock brakes (ABS)     357
Options (change) 125 420 1,085
Options (change) 102 346 957
Destination 895 895 650
Total Price $20,320 $22,915 $15,760
Total Invoice $19,315 $21,651 $14,912

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,980
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,951
Model Year201820182009
ModelForteForteRio
TrimSEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine164hp I4164hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionT6T6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/45-17195/55-15
Total Price$20,320$22,915$15,760
Adjustments for Features-2,580-4,8300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,740$18,085$15,760
Cost Above Minimum$0$345$0
Total Invoice$19,315$21,651$14,912
Adjustments for Features-2,452-4,5640
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,863$17,087$14,912
Cost Above Minimum$0$224$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Model Year201820182009
ModelForteForteRio
TrimSEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
5-speed manual  $0
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150$150 
Proximity key $250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Blind spot warning system $200 
Brake assist$50$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Stability control$400$400 
Temporary spare tire  $150
Traction control$100$100 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents $100 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100 
App support$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD player  $125
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights  $25
Fog lights $125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Outside temperature display$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25 
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$3,375$5,625$795
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,580$4,830$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,452-4,5640

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20182009
ModelForteRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in98.4 in
Length179.5 in166.9 in
Width70.1 in66.7 in
Height56.3 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,909 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 Room53.8 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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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?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested102565%
Total Not Requested55035%

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