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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: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $365

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $994

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120162016
ModelRioRioForteForte
TrimLXSXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,995 $16,095 $15,990 $19,990
Base Invoice $14,480 $15,110 $15,684 $18,993
Value Package 750      
195/55VR15 300      
Floor mats 95 95 115 115
Rear spoiler 300   295 295
Value Package 665      
195/55VR15 260      
Floor mats 72 72 93 93
Rear spoiler 250   244 244
Options (change) 1,445 95 410 410
Options (change) 1,247 72 337 337
Destination 695 695 850 850
Total Price $17,135 $16,885 $17,250 $21,250
Total Invoice $16,422 $15,877 $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: $1,290
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,864
Model Year2011201120162016
ModelRioRioForteForte
TrimLXSXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4110hp I4148hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionA4A4M6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/45-16195/65-15215/45-17
Total Price$17,135$16,885$17,250$21,250
Adjustments for Features-550-9250-2,480
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,585$15,960$17,250$18,770
Cost Above Minimum$625$0$0$1,520
Total Invoice$16,422$15,877$16,871$20,180
Adjustments for Features-527-8700-2,355
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$15,895$15,007$16,871$17,825
Cost Above Minimum$888$0$0$954

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year2011201120162016
ModelRioRioForteForte
TrimLXSXLXEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800  
6-speed manual  $150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150$150 $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Brake assist  $50$50
Rearview camera   $200
Stability control  $400$400
Temporary spare tire$150$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$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights   $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$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$25 $25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$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$50  
Metal pedals $75  
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)   $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 $350
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200
Total Value of Features$1,795$2,170$1,245$3,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$550$925$0$2,480
Value of Feature Adjustments-527-8700-2,355

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112016
ModelRioForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in106.3 in
Length167.3 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

Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested137580%
Total Not Requested35020%

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