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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.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $14,895

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $2,905

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,606

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $2,825

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142018
ModelRioForte
TrimLXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $13,900 $16,700
Base Invoice $13,646 $16,367
Cargo tray 80 80
Floor mats 115 125
Cargo tray 67 67
Floor mats 93 102
Options (change) 195 205
Options (change) 160 169
Destination 800 895
Total Price $14,895 $17,800
Total Invoice $14,606 $17,431

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,430
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,381
Model Year20142018
ModelRioForte
TrimLXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4147hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)29/37 MPG25/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-15195/65-15
Total Price$14,895$17,800
Adjustments for Features0-1,475
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$14,895$16,325
Total Invoice$14,606$17,431
Adjustments for Features0-1,444
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$14,606$15,987

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20142018
ModelRioForte
TrimLXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150
Power front side windows $250
Power locks $275
Power rear side windows $200
Remote keyless entry $225
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Outside temperature display $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Total Value of Features$300$1,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,475
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,444

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20142018
ModelRioForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in106.3 in
Length171.9 in179.5 in
Width67.7 in70.1 in
Height57.3 in56.3 in
Curb Weight2,403 lb.3,011 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft314.9 ft3

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