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If you are looking for an affordable sedan that will reliably get you from A to B and save you trips to the gas station, your research will likely include comparing the Kia Forte vs. the Nissan Sentra. These two compact cars have a lot in common in their base engine capabilities, standard infotainment and driver-assistance features, and a starting price under $20,000. But if you dig a little deeper, you will find that the Kia Forte comes out ahead of the Nissan Sentra in several key categories, especially when upgrading to trims above their base models. See our table below and keep reading to see where the Kia Forte outshines the Nissan Sentra. Then, visit Auto Express Kia in Erie, Pennsylvania, to learn more, take a test drive, and apply for Kia Forte financing. Kia Forte vs Nissan Sentra: Performance & Efficiency Both the Kia Forte and Nissan Sentra come standard with 2-liter 4-cylinder engines that make 147 or 149 horsepower. However, Kia Forte drivers can upgrade to a much livelier 1.6-liter, 201-horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, and they can also pick between a sporty manual or the standard continuously variable automatic transmission. Nissan Sentra drivers are stuck with their base engine. The Kia Forte base engine is also more efficient than the Nissan Sentra by a considerable margin. The Kia Forte is rated for 35 MPG combined, or 31 MPG in the city, and over 41 MPG on the highway. By contrast, the Nissan Sentra gets 33 MPG combined, 29 MPG in the city, and 39 MPG on the highway. An extra two miles per gallon may not seem like much, but over the lifetime of carn ownership, you could easily save over $1,000 by choosing the Kia Forte over the Nissan Sentra. Kia Forte vs Nissan Sentra: Larger Touchscreen Displays While the Nissan Sentra and Kia Forte are both standardly equipped with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto connectivity, the Kia Forte's 8-inch touchscreen display is a full inch larger than the Nissan Sentra's 7-inch touchscreen display. That may not seem like much, but that 1 inch makes the Kia Forte nearly 15% larger than the Nissan Sentra. And should you choose a trim higher than the base model, this difference grows even larger, as the Nissan Sentra touchscreen display maxes out at 8 inches, but higher-level Kia Forte trims come with a 10-inch touchscreen. Kia Forte vs Nissan Sentra: Superior Warranty While both models score well in safety and reliability ratings, your mind will be further set at ease by the Kia Forte's superior, industry-leading warranty. The base warranty covers up to 5 years or 50,000 miles, and the powertrain warranty covers your vehicle for up to 10 years or 100,000 miles. Meanwhile, the Nissan Sentra warranty provides limited coverage for up to only 3 years or 36,000 miles, and powertrain coverage for up to only 5 years or 60,000 miles. Bottom Line While the Nissan Sentra and Kia Forte both deliver excellent value for the money, the Kia Forte provides more options, better gas mileage, and far superior warranty coverage. The Auto Express Kia team is standing by to help you get behind the wheel of an exciting and value-packed Kia Forte in Erie, PA.
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