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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: $17,055

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $960

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year202020102010
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,490 $15,995 $17,495
Universal garage door opener 350 70 70
Cargo tray 80 75 75
Floor mats 130    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   180 180
Cargo net   40 40
Universal garage door opener 291 55 55
Cargo tray 67 60 60
Floor mats 104    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   145 145
Cargo net   32 32
Options (change) 560 365 365
Options (change) 462 292 292
Destination 965 695 695
Total Price $18,015 $17,055 $18,555

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $165
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,879
Model Year202020102010
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine120hp I4156hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-15195/65-15215/45-17
Total Price$18,015$17,055$18,555
Adjustments for Features-1,1250-1,375
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,890$17,055$17,180
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$125

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year202020102010
ModelRioForteForte
TrimSEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0$0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Infotainment 
CD player $125$125
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Rear seat USB outlets (optional)$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125  
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Fog lights  $125
Heated mirrors$25  
Trip computer$150 $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$1,550$425$1,800
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,125$0$1,375
Value of Feature Adjustments-890-1,308

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20202010
ModelRioForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.6 in104.3 in
Length172.6 in178.3 in
Width67.9 in69.9 in
Height57.1 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,768 lb.2,708 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.1 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.9 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.3 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft314.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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