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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: $23,140

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $1,645

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,790

Kia Forte SX   
Difference: $1,144

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,990 $18,895
Base Invoice $19,571 $18,000
Upgrade Package 2,600  
Mud guards 160  
Floor mats 120  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 135  
Technology Package   1,800
Sunroof   750
Leather Package   1,000
Upgrade Package 2,255  
Mud guards 118  
Floor mats 94  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 116  
Technology Package   1,570
Sunroof   655
Leather Package   870
Options (change) 3,015 3,550
Options (change) 2,583 3,095
Destination 780 695
Total Price $24,785 $23,140
Total Invoice $22,934 $21,790

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,595
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,922
Model Year20122011
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG23/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/45-17
Total Price$24,785$23,140
Adjustments for Features0-2,950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,785$20,190
Total Invoice$22,934$21,790
Adjustments for Features0-2,778
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,934$19,012

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122011
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 
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 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Interior air filter $0
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
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
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
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$1,000$3,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,950
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,778

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122011
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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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested198070%
Total Not Requested85030%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Traffic information25No
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Additional chrome trim0No
Proximity key250No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested80058%
Total Not Requested57542%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested15012%
Total Not Requested112588%

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