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Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $19,370

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $2,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $18,450

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $1,744

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112010
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,620 $17,495
Base Invoice $19,228 $16,660
Floor mats 120  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 130 180
5-speed shiftable automatic   1,000
Floor mats 94  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 112 145
5-speed shiftable automatic   950
Options (change) 250 1,180
Options (change) 206 1,095
Destination 760 695
Total Price $21,630 $19,370
Total Invoice $20,194 $18,450

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,110
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,506
Model Year20112010
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG23/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/45-17
Total Price$21,630$19,370
Adjustments for Features0-1,850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,630$17,520
Total Invoice$20,194$18,450
Adjustments for Features0-1,762
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,194$16,688

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112010
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Satellite radio $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Compass $0
Outside temperature display$50 
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 
Total Value of Features$550$2,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,850
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,762

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112010
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.2,868 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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Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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