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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: $4,560

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,912

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $4,403

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920182018
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSXSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,025 $19,300 $21,600
Base Invoice $13,305 $18,318 $20,410
Power Package 600    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400    
Floor mats 85 125 125
Rear spoiler     295
Power Package 535    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357    
Floor mats 65 102 102
Rear spoiler     244
Options (change) 1,085 125 420
Options (change) 957 102 346
Destination 650 895 895
Total Price $15,760 $20,320 $22,915
Total Invoice $14,912 $19,315 $21,651

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,980
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,951
Model Year200920182018
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSXSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4164hp I4164hp I4
TransmissionM5T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$15,760$20,320$22,915
Adjustments for Features0-2,580-4,830
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$15,760$17,740$18,085
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$345
Total Invoice$14,912$19,315$21,651
Adjustments for Features0-2,452-4,564
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$14,912$16,863$17,087
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$224

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year200920182018
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSXSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150
Proximity key  $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Blind spot warning system  $200
Brake assist $50$50
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Rearview camera $200$200
Stability control $400$400
Temporary spare tire$150  
Traction control $100$100
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 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD player$125  
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection  $25
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Fog lights$125 $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
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
Heated front seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals$75  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$795$3,375$5,625
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,580$4,830
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,452-4,564

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20092018
ModelRioForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in106.3 in
Length166.9 in179.5 in
Width66.7 in70.1 in
Height57.9 in56.3 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,909 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 in53.8 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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