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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: $21,630

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $60

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120192019
ModelSentraForteForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,620 $20,290 $21,990
Floor mats 120 125 125
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 130    
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Rear spoiler     295
Floor mats 94 102 102
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 112    
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Rear spoiler     244
Options (change) 250 475 770
Options (change) 206 393 637
Destination 760 925 925
Total Price $21,630 $21,690 $23,685

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Kia Forte S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,575
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,021
Model Year201120192019
ModelSentraForteForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4147hp I4147hp I4
TransmissionM6CVT-6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG25/30 MPG25/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/45-17215/45-17
Total Price$21,630$21,690$23,685
Adjustments for Features0-2,380-4,630
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,630$19,310$19,055
Cost Above Minimum$0$255$0

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201120192019
ModelSentraForteForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150  
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Blind spot warning system  $200
Brake assist $50$50
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Rearview camera $200$200
Temporary spare tire$150  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents  $100
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection  $25
Automatic headlights $125$125
Compass $0$0
Fog lights$125 $125
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding second row seats $300$300
Heated front seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Metal pedals$75  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$845$3,225$5,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,380$4,630
Value of Feature Adjustments0-145-305

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112019
ModelSentraForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in106.3 in
Length179.8 in182.7 in
Width70.5 in70.9 in
Height59.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.2,810 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in53.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in51.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte S

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

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