Kia Forte vs Nissan Sentra
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Nissan Sentra
Overview
| Spec | Kia ForteLX | Nissan SentraS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | S |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2024 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia ForteLX | Nissan SentraS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $19,990 (best) | $22,890 |
| Lowest listing price | $17,799 (best) | $19,999 |
| Median listing price | $18,991 (best) | $19,999 |
| Highest listing price | $18,991 (best) | $19,999 |
| For sale now | 3 (best) | 2 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia ForteLX | Nissan SentraS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 33 MPG |
| City MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 41 MPG (best) | 38 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal (best) | 12.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia ForteLX | Nissan SentraS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 149 hp (best) |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 146 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia ForteLX | Nissan SentraS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.3 cu ft (best) | 14.3 cu ft |
| Payload | 884 lbs | 982 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,908 lbs (best) | 3,097 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | 4.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.5 in (best) |
| Length | 182.7 in | 183.3 in (best) |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in (best) |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia ForteLX | Nissan SentraS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Kia Forte | Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $19,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $22,890 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LXS $20,490 MSRP | SV $23,590 MSRP |
| 3 | GT-Line $22,490 MSRP | SR $24,990 MSRP |
| 4 | GT $24,690 MSRP | SL $27,990 MSRP |
| 5 | GT $25,390 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Kia Forte vs Nissan Sentra FAQ
- Which is better: 2024 Kia Forte or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2024 Kia Forte vs 2027 Nissan Sentra on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2024 Kia Forte or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2024 Kia Forte starts lower at $19,990. Live Kia Forte listings start at $17,799. Live Nissan Sentra listings start at $19,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2024 Kia Forte or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
- The 2024 Kia Forte leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,990).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2024 Kia Forte or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
- The 2024 Kia Forte leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (34).
- Which has better horsepower: 2024 Kia Forte or 2027 Nissan Sentra?
- The 2024 Kia Forte leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2024 Kia Forte vs 2027 Nissan Sentra?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Forte (4/5 NHTSA overall).