Kia Forte vs. Nissan Sentra
In comparing the Kia Forte to the Nissan Sentra, the Kia Forte has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing The Nissan Sentra has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Kia Forte and Nissan Sentra have the same interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Kia Forte versus the Nissan Sentra, the Nissan Sentra is a better car than the Kia Forte.
Kia Forte versus Nissan Sentra Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Kia Forte ranges from $16,388 to $23,108 while a used Nissan Sentra from the same model year range is priced between $15,498 to $22,842. For a new model, the Kia Forte's price is between $20,870 and $28,175, with the Nissan Sentra priced between $21,451 and $27,236.
Kia Forte versus Nissan Sentra Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Forte and Nissan Sentra is 7.9 out of 10. With both vehicles earning the same number they are extremely competitive in their vehicle segment. Kia Forte is ranked 18 out of 51 Best Small Cars and Nissan Sentra is ranked 17 out of 51, with their respective reliability, retained value, and safety ratings used to break the tie, in that order.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Forte’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Nissan Sentra base engine makes 149 horsepower. The Forte is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. The Sentra is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Forte and Nissan Sentra are comparable in regards to interior volume
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Nissan Sentra has higher safety ratings than the Kia Forte, with an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.14 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Kia Forte and the Nissan Sentra have the same Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$20,870 - $28,175
Used Asking Price:
$16,388 - $23,108
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$21,451 - $27,236
Used Asking Price:
$15,498 - $22,842
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.1 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 51Ranking
15 out of / 51Ranking
18 out of / 51Ranking
29 out of / 51iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 51Ranking
14 out of / 51Ranking
17 out of / 51Ranking
28 out of / 51Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
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Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
LX, LXS, GT-Line, GT
Trim Levels
S, SV, SR
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.14 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.38 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
149 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
146 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 39 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2769 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3036 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
