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Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,105

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $10,450

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,064

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $9,509

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220152015
ModelXterraForteForte
TrimPRO-4XEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $30,370 $19,690 $20,890
Base Invoice $28,454 $18,751 $19,707
Cargo cover 100    
iPod integration 260    
Universal garage door opener   350 350
Cargo net   50 50
Rear bumper protector   75 75
Floor mats   115 115
Cargo cover 80    
iPod integration 214    
Universal garage door opener   291 291
Cargo net   42 42
Rear bumper protector   62 62
Floor mats   93 93
Options (change) 360 590 590
Options (change) 294 488 488
Destination 825 825 825
Total Price $31,555 $21,105 $22,305
Total Invoice $29,573 $20,064 $21,020

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,090
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,239
Model Year201220152015
ModelXterraForteForte
TrimPRO-4XEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine261hp V6173hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6T6M6
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)265/75-16205/55-16225/40-18
Total Price$31,555$21,105$22,305
Adjustments for Features-1,710-3500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,845$20,755$22,305
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,550
Total Invoice$29,573$20,064$21,020
Adjustments for Features-1,603-3330
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,970$19,731$21,020
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,289

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Features Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year201220152015
ModelXterraForteForte
TrimPRO-4XEXSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
4WD, part-time w/low range$1700  
FWD $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
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist $50$50
Full-size spare tire$225  
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor$50  
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
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 
App support  $0
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
iPod integration$100  
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
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
Power-folding mirrors $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  
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  
Total Value of Features$4,610$3,250$2,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,710$350$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,603-3330

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Xterra vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122015
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.3,046 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 in53.0 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

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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%

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