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Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,760

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,490

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,912

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,959

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920162016
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,025 $15,990 $19,990
Base Invoice $13,305 $15,684 $18,993
Power Package 600    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400    
Floor mats 85 115 115
Rear spoiler   295 295
Power Package 535    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357    
Floor mats 65 93 93
Rear spoiler   244 244
Options (change) 1,085 410 410
Options (change) 957 337 337
Destination 650 850 850
Total Price $15,760 $17,250 $21,250
Total Invoice $14,912 $16,871 $20,180

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,240
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,714
Model Year200920162016
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSXLXEX
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)195/55-15195/65-15215/45-17
Total Price$15,760$17,250$21,250
Adjustments for Features0-250-2,730
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$15,760$17,000$18,520
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,520
Total Invoice$14,912$16,871$20,180
Adjustments for Features0-245-2,593
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$14,912$16,626$17,587
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$961

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200920162016
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSXLXEX
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
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50
Rearview camera  $200
Stability control $400$400
Temporary spare tire$150  
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 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
USB port $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Fog lights$125 $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 $150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals$75  
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Total Value of Features$1,170$1,420$3,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$250$2,730
Value of Feature Adjustments0-245-2,593

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092016
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 SX

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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