Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2011 Kia Forte Kia Forte 2018

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,595

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $8,245

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,358

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $7,454

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120182018
ModelXterraForteForte
TrimPRO-4XEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $29,670 $22,100 $23,800
Base Invoice $27,800 $20,966 $22,422
iPod integration 260    
Cargo cover 100    
Leather seating surfaces 1,000    
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Cargo net   50 50
Rear bumper protector   75 75
Floor mats   125 125
iPod integration 214    
Cargo cover 79    
Leather seating surfaces 909    
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Cargo net   42 42
Rear bumper protector   62 62
Floor mats   102 102
Options (change) 1,360 600 600
Options (change) 1,202 497 497
Destination 810 895 895
Total Price $31,840 $23,595 $25,295
Total Invoice $29,812 $22,358 $23,814

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Nissan Xterra dealer quotes or Kia Forte dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,560
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,813
Model Year201120182018
ModelXterraForteForte
TrimPRO-4XEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine261hp V6164hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6T6S7
Drivetrain4WD, PT w/4LFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)380, 9?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/75-16215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$31,840$23,595$25,295
Adjustments for Features-6850-275
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,155$23,595$25,020
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,425
Total Invoice$29,812$22,358$23,814
Adjustments for Features-6410-259
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,171$22,358$23,555
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,197

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201120182018
ModelXterraForteForte
TrimPRO-4XEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
7-speed automated manual  $1200
4WD, part-time w/low range$1700  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$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  
Brake assist $50$50
Full-size spare tire$225  
Rearview camera $200$200
Rollover sensor$50  
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rack$300  
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50  
Small cargo box, roof-mounted$75  
Drivetrain 
Lockable rear differential$150  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler $200$200
Skid plates$150  
Tow hook(s), front$40  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325  
iPod integration$100  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Heated mirrors $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Light bar$150  
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat$150  
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals  $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires$0  
Alloy wheels $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Machined alloy wheels$350  
Off-road suspension (upgrade)$0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
White-letter tires$0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$4,660$3,975$4,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$685$0$275
Value of Feature Adjustments-6410-259

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20112018
ModelXterraForte
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length178.7 in171.3 in
Width72.8 in70.1 in
Height74.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight4,144 lb.2,929 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.3 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
35.2 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
65.7 ft356.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.