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Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $3,695

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $3,582

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120172017201720172017
ModelRioRioSentraSentraSentraSentraSentra
TrimLXSXSVSRSLSR TurboNISMO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,995 $16,095 $18,840 $19,990 $21,500 $21,990 $24,990
Base Invoice $14,480 $15,110 $17,907 $18,997 $20,429 $20,892 $23,736
Value Package 750            
195/55VR15 300            
Floor mats 95 95 200 200 200 200 200
Rear spoiler 300   340   340    
Fog lights     315        
Value Package 665            
195/55VR15 260            
Floor mats 72 72 169 169 169 169 169
Rear spoiler 250   270   270    
Fog lights     228        
Options (change) 1,445 95 855 200 540 200 200
Options (change) 1,247 72 667 169 439 169 169
Destination 695 695 885 885 885 885 885
Total Price $17,135 $16,885 $20,580 $21,075 $22,925 $23,075 $26,075
Total Invoice $16,422 $15,877 $19,459 $20,051 $21,753 $21,946 $24,790

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $600
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $711
Model Year2011201120172017201720172017
ModelRioRioSentraSentraSentraSentraSentra
TrimLXSXSVSRSLSR TurboNISMO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4110hp I4130hp I4130hp I4130hp I4188hp I4188hp I4
TransmissionA4A4CVTCVTCVTM6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/45-16205/55-16205/50-17205/50-17205/50-17215/45-18
Total Price$17,135$16,885$20,580$21,075$22,925$23,075$26,075
Adjustments for Features0-375-1,465-2,990-5,815-3,040-2,140
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,135$16,510$19,115$18,085$17,110$20,035$23,935
Cost Above Minimum$625$0$2,005$975$0$2,925$6,825
Total Invoice$16,422$15,877$19,459$20,051$21,753$21,946$24,790
Adjustments for Features0-353-1,385-2,845-5,518-2,891-2,035
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,422$15,524$18,074$17,206$16,235$19,055$22,755
Cost Above Minimum$898$0$1,839$971$0$2,820$6,520

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year2011201120172017201720172017
ModelRioRioSentraSentraSentraSentraSentra
TrimLXSXSVSRSLSR TurboNISMO
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800     
CVT  $1000$1000$1000  
6-speed manual     $150$150
FWD$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250$250$250$250$250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150     
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250$250$250
Universal garage door opener    $100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150 $150$150$150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0     
Blind spot warning system    $200  
Brake assist  $50$50$50$50$50
Cross-traffic warning, rear    $100  
Rearview camera  $200$200$200$200$200
Stability control  $400$400$400$400$400
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100$100$100$100$100
Traction control  $100$100$100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40$40$40$40$40
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25$25$25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front    $200  
Dual-zone climate control    $125  
Interior air filter  $0$0$0$0$0
Exterior 
Body kit   $0 $0$0
Bodyside moldings$75$75     
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 $25 $25$25
Larger rear spoiler      $200
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Sunroof     $900 
Infotainment 
App support  $0$0$0$0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25$25$25
Navigation system    $600  
Siri Eyes Free support  $0$0$0$0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25$25$25$25
Traffic + travel information    $25  
Voice control for nav and audio    $100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror    $150  
Automatic headlights  $125$125$125$125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25     
Fog lights $125$125$125$125$125$125
Heated mirrors$25$25 $25$25$25$25
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   $750$750$750$750
Outside temperature display  $50$50$50$50$50
Trip computer  $150$150$150$150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 $25$25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50$50$50$50
Heated front seats   $200$200$200$200
Leather seating surfaces    $900  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 $50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50$50     
Metal pedals $75     
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat    $100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat    $100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $100  
Power recliner, driver seat    $100  
Synthetic suede steering wheel      $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 $350$350$350$350
Performance steering system (optional)     $0$0
Sport suspension (upgrade)     $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)      $0
Wheels, dark finish      $0
Total Value of Features$1,900$2,275$3,365$4,890$7,715$4,940$4,040
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$375$1,465$2,990$5,815$3,040$2,140
Value of Feature Adjustments0-353-1,385-2,845-5,518-2,891-2,035

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20112017
ModelRioSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in106.3 in
Length167.3 in182.1 in
Width66.7 in69.3 in
Height57.9 in58.9 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,849 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in50.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in50.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft315.1 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%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SV

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SR

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SL

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SR Turbo

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra NISMO

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

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