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Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $3,135

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,731

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120112011
ModelSentraSentraRioRio
Trim2.0SR2.0SLLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,990 $19,390 $14,995 $16,095
Base Invoice $16,781 $18,084 $14,480 $15,110
Convenience Package 850      
Mud guards 150      
Bodyside moldings 150      
Floor mats 120 120 95 95
Value Package     750  
195/55VR15     300  
Rear spoiler     300  
Convenience Package 738      
Mud guards 115      
Bodyside moldings 120      
Floor mats 94 94 72 72
Value Package     665  
195/55VR15     260  
Rear spoiler     250  
Options (change) 1,270 120 1,445 95
Options (change) 1,067 94 1,247 72
Destination 760 760 695 695
Total Price $20,020 $20,270 $17,135 $16,885
Total Invoice $18,608 $18,938 $16,422 $15,877

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,370
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,024
Model Year2011201120112011
ModelSentraSentraRioRio
Trim2.0SR2.0SLLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine140hp I4140hp I4110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionCVTCVTA4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 6160, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$20,020$20,270$17,135$16,885
Adjustments for Features-1,140-1,2000-375
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,880$19,070$17,135$16,510
Cost Above Minimum$0$190$625$0
Total Invoice$18,608$18,938$16,422$15,877
Adjustments for Features-1,060-1,1210-353
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,548$17,817$16,422$15,524
Cost Above Minimum$0$269$898$0

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Rio

Model Year2011201120112011
ModelSentraSentraRioRio
Trim2.0SR2.0SLLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
CVT$1000$1000  
4-speed automatic  $800$800
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150
Stability control$400$400  
Traction control$100$100  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40   
Exterior 
Body kit$0   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  $25
Infotainment 
iPod integration$100   
Satellite radio $200$200$200
USB port $25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors  $25$25
Outside temperature display$50$50  
Trip computer$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Metal pedals   $75
Total Value of Features$2,440$2,500$1,300$1,675
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,140$1,200$0$375
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,060-1,1210-353

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20112011
ModelSentraRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in98.4 in
Length179.8 in167.3 in
Width70.5 in66.7 in
Height59.5 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,854 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft311.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Kia Rio specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra 2.0SR

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Cargo net40No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested25046%
Total Not Requested29054%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

195/55VR15 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
195/55VR15 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested135078%
Total Not Requested37522%

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