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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: $20,975

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $655

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,885

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $309

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152011
ModelForteSentra
TrimEXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,390 $20,620
Base Invoice $18,432 $19,228
Universal garage door opener 350  
Rear spoiler 295  
Floor mats 115 120
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   130
Universal garage door opener 291  
Rear spoiler 244  
Floor mats 93 94
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   112
Options (change) 760 250
Options (change) 628 206
Destination 825 760
Total Price $20,975 $21,630
Total Invoice $19,885 $20,194

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,985
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,518
Model Year20152011
ModelForteSentra
TrimEXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine173hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/30 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16225/45-17
Total Price$20,975$21,630
Adjustments for Features-2,3300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,645$21,630
Total Invoice$19,885$20,194
Adjustments for Features-2,2090
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,676$20,194

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20152011
ModelForteSentra
TrimEXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
Satellite radio$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
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 
Folding second row seats$300 
Metal pedals $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$2,875$545
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,330$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,2090

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20152011
ModelForteSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in105.7 in
Length179.5 in179.8 in
Width70.1 in70.5 in
Height56.5 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,036 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft313.1 ft3

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