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Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,370

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $2,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,450

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $1,744

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102011
ModelForteSentra
TrimSXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,495 $20,620
Base Invoice $16,660 $19,228
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 180 130
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,000  
Floor mats   120
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 145 112
5-speed shiftable automatic 950  
Floor mats   94
Options (change) 1,180 250
Options (change) 1,095 206
Destination 695 760
Total Price $19,370 $21,630
Total Invoice $18,450 $20,194

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,110
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,506
Model Year20102011
ModelForteSentra
TrimSXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)23/31 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$19,370$21,630
Adjustments for Features-1,8500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,520$21,630
Total Invoice$18,450$20,194
Adjustments for Features-1,7620
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,688$20,194

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20102011
ModelForteSentra
TrimSXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Satellite radio$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Compass$0 
Outside temperature display $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Folding second row seats$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,400$550
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,850$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,7620

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20102011
ModelForteSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in105.7 in
Length178.3 in179.8 in
Width69.9 in70.5 in
Height57.5 in59.5 in
Curb Weight2,868 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.7 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume14.7 ft313.1 ft3

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