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Nissan Sentra 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.

Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,600

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $1,580

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,595

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $1,061

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,570 $19,100
Base Invoice $19,181 $18,190
Sunroof 750 750
Floor mats 165  
Sunroof 651 655
Floor mats 129  
Options (change) 915 750
Options (change) 780 655
Destination 695 750
Total Price $22,180 $20,600
Total Invoice $20,656 $19,595

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,965
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,330
Model Year20082012
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/29 MPG23/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/45-17
Total Price$22,180$20,600
Adjustments for Features0-2,385
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,180$18,215
Total Invoice$20,656$19,595
Adjustments for Features0-2,269
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,656$17,326

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082012
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$540$2,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,385
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,269

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082012
ModelSentraForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in104.3 in
Length179.8 in178.3 in
Width70.5 in69.9 in
Height59.5 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.2,870 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft314.7 ft3

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