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Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $14,595

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $2,530

Lowest Total Invoice: $13,791

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $2,958

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620152015
ModelRioForteForte
TrimLXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $12,695 $15,890 $19,390
Base Invoice $12,045 $15,587 $18,432
Power Package 600    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400    
Floor mats 70 115 115
Rear spoiler 250 295 295
Power Package 535    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357    
Floor mats 54 93 93
Rear spoiler 220 244 244
Options (change) 1,320 410 410
Options (change) 1,166 337 337
Destination 580 825 825
Total Price $14,595 $17,125 $20,625
Total Invoice $13,791 $16,749 $19,594

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,230
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,687
Model Year200620152015
ModelRioForteForte
TrimLXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4148hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM5M6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-14195/65-15205/55-16
Total Price$14,595$17,125$20,625
Adjustments for Features0-1,300-3,805
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$14,595$15,825$16,820
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$995
Total Invoice$13,791$16,749$19,594
Adjustments for Features0-1,271-3,615
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$13,791$15,478$15,979
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$501

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200620152015
ModelRioForteForte
TrimLXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control  $150
Remote keyless entry$225 $225
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
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50
Overhead sunglass holder  $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
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Fog lights  $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Outside temperature display $50$50
Power-folding mirrors  $50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Total Value of Features$545$1,845$4,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,300$3,805
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,271-3,615

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20062015
ModelRioForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in106.3 in
Length166.9 in179.5 in
Width66.7 in70.1 in
Height57.9 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,960 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft314.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

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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