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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: $20,670

Kia Forte S   
Difference: $1,355

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,606

Kia Forte S   
Difference: $955

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182012
ModelForteForteSentra
TrimSEXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,300 $21,600 $20,990
Base Invoice $18,318 $20,410 $19,571
Universal garage door opener 350 350  
Floor mats 125 125 120
Rear spoiler   295  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     135
Universal garage door opener 291 291  
Floor mats 102 102 94
Rear spoiler   244  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     116
Options (change) 475 770 255
Options (change) 393 637 210
Destination 895 895 780
Total Price $20,670 $23,265 $22,025
Total Invoice $19,606 $21,942 $20,561

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,735
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,212
Model Year201820182012
ModelForteForteSentra
TrimSEXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine164hp I4164hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionT6T6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/30 MPG25/30 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16215/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$20,670$23,265$22,025
Adjustments for Features-2,380-4,6300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,290$18,635$22,025
Cost Above Minimum$0$345$0
Total Invoice$19,606$21,942$20,561
Adjustments for Features-2,257-4,3670
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,349$17,575$20,561
Cost Above Minimum$0$226$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year201820182012
ModelForteForteSentra
TrimSEXSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Blind spot warning system $200 
Brake assist$50$50 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Temporary spare tire  $150
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 
Body kit  $0
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100 
App support$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD player  $125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Satellite radio$200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Compass$0$0 
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$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$50 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$3,225$5,475$845
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,380$4,630$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,257-4,3670

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20182012
ModelForteSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in105.7 in
Length179.5 in179.8 in
Width70.1 in70.5 in
Height56.3 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,011 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 Room53.8 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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