Kia Rio Kia Rio 2007 Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2008

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra 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. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,190

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $3,540

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,371

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,982

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072008200820082008
ModelRioSentraSentraSentraSentra
TrimSX2.0S2.0SLSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $13,495 $16,370 $19,070 $20,070 $20,570
Base Invoice $12,800 $15,275 $17,786 $18,716 $19,181
Power Package 600        
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400        
Floor mats 70 165 165 165 165
Bodyside moldings   150 150 150 150
Rear spoiler   210 210    
Alloy wheels   350      
Convenience Package   650      
Mud guards   140      
Power Package 535        
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357        
Floor mats 54 129 129 129 129
Bodyside moldings   115 115 115 115
Rear spoiler   166 166    
Alloy wheels   303      
Convenience Package   564      
Mud guards   106      
Options (change) 1,070 1,665 525 315 315
Options (change) 946 1,383 410 244 244
Destination 625 695 695 695 695
Total Price $15,190 $18,730 $20,290 $21,080 $21,580
Total Invoice $14,371 $17,353 $18,891 $19,655 $20,120

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Rio dealer quotes or Nissan Sentra dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,085
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,634
Model Year20072008200820082008
ModelRioSentraSentraSentraSentra
TrimSX2.0S2.0SLSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4140hp I4140hp I4177hp I4200hp I4
TransmissionM5M6CVTCVT-6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6160, 6160, 6160, 6160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/55-16205/55-16225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$15,190$18,730$20,290$21,080$21,580
Adjustments for Features0-1,455-2,815-1,365-315
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$15,190$17,275$17,475$19,715$21,265
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$200$2,440$3,990
Total Invoice$14,371$17,353$18,891$19,655$20,120
Adjustments for Features0-1,348-2,621-1,273-294
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$14,371$16,005$16,270$18,382$19,826
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$265$2,377$3,821

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20072008200820082008
ModelRioSentraSentraSentraSentra
TrimSX2.0S2.0SLSE-RSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0    
6-speed manual $150  $150
CVT  $1000  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT   $1100 
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150$150$150
Proximity key $250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150  $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0$0
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75$75$75
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75    
Cargo mat $40$40$40$40
Cargo net $40   
Cargo organizer $100   
Exterior 
Body kit   $0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   $25$25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125  
Aux input $50$50$50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100$100
Satellite radio  $200  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25    
Heated mirrors$25    
Outside temperature display $50$50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50  
Folding second row seats$300$300$300  
Leather seating surfaces  $900  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50    
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces $450   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)   $0$0
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100 
Total Value of Features$625$2,080$3,440$1,990$940
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,455$2,815$1,365$315
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,348-2,621-1,273-294

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20072008
ModelRioSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in105.7 in
Length166.9 in179.8 in
Width66.7 in70.5 in
Height57.9 in59.5 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,854 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft313.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested87560%
Total Not Requested57540%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra 2.0S

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Cargo net40No
Cargo organizer100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested15023%
Total Not Requested49077%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra 2.0SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.