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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: $15,010

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $8,980

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152021
ModelRioForte
TrimLXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $13,990 $22,790
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 825 995
Total Price $15,010 $23,990

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Rio LX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,925
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,798
Model Year20152021
ModelRioForte
TrimLXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)29/37 MPG27/35 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-15225/40-18
Total Price$15,010$23,990
Adjustments for Features0-5,055
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$15,010$18,935

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20152021
ModelRioForte
TrimLXGT
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150
Power front side windows $250
Power locks $275
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote climate control $25
Remote keyless entry $225
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Fog lights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Outside temperature display $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Metal pedals $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$520$5,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,055
Value of Feature Adjustments0-245

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20152021
ModelRioForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in106.3 in
Length171.9 in182.7 in
Width67.7 in70.9 in
Height57.3 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,403 lb.3,012 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft315.3 ft3

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