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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: $21,060

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $965

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,956

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $605

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122014
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,990 $19,500
Base Invoice $19,571 $18,528
Floor mats 120 115
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 135  
Universal garage door opener   350
Rear spoiler   295
Floor mats 94 93
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 116  
Universal garage door opener   291
Rear spoiler   244
Options (change) 255 760
Options (change) 210 628
Destination 780 800
Total Price $22,025 $21,060
Total Invoice $20,561 $19,956

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,570
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,073
Model Year20122014
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4173hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17205/55-16
Total Price$22,025$21,060
Adjustments for Features0-2,605
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,025$18,455
Total Invoice$20,561$19,956
Adjustments for Features0-2,468
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,561$17,488

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122014
ModelSentraForte
TrimSE-R Spec VEX
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
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Power-folding mirrors $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
Folding second row seats $300
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$545$3,150
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,605
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,468

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122014
ModelSentraForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in106.3 in
Length179.8 in179.5 in
Width70.5 in70.1 in
Height59.5 in56.5 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,036 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.1 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 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft314.9 ft3

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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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