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Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,110

Kia Rio S   
Difference: $85

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2020201720172017
ModelRioForteForteForte
TrimSLXSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,490 $16,600 $19,300 $21,300
Universal garage door opener 350 350 350 350
Cargo tray 80 80 80 80
Cargo mat 95 95 95 95
Floor mats 130 125 125 125
Cargo net   50 50 50
Universal garage door opener 291 291 291 291
Cargo tray 67 67 67 67
Cargo mat 78 78 78 78
Floor mats 104 102 102 102
Cargo net   42 42 42
Options (change) 655 700 700 700
Options (change) 540 580 580 580
Destination 965 895 895 895
Total Price $18,110 $18,195 $20,895 $22,895

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,085
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,974
Model Year2020201720172017
ModelRioForteForteForte
TrimSLXSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine120hp I4147hp I4147hp I4164hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6M6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-15195/65-15205/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$18,110$18,195$20,895$22,895
Adjustments for Features-1,0000-2,530-4,330
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,110$18,195$18,365$18,565
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$170$370

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year2020201720172017
ModelRioForteForteForte
TrimSLXSEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100   
6-speed manual $150  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150 $150$150
Proximity key   $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
Rearview camera  $200$200
Temporary spare tire$150   
Vehicle health reports  $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200
Dual-zone climate control   $125
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Rear air vents   $100
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25
Rear spoiler  $200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100$100
App support  $0$0
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25
CD player $125  
MP3-compatible player $50  
Rear seat USB outlets (optional)$0   
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection   $25
Automatic headlights$125 $125$125
Automatic-off headlights $25  
Fog lights   $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50
Outside temperature display $50$50$50
Power-folding mirrors   $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50
Heated front seats   $200
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$1,720$720$3,250$5,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,000$0$2,530$4,330
Value of Feature Adjustments-830-2,397-4,086

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20202017
ModelRioForte
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.6 in106.3 in
Length172.6 in179.5 in
Width67.9 in70.1 in
Height57.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight2,768 lb.2,909 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.9 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.3 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.5 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft314.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Kia Forte specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Forte LX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte S

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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