2024 Kia Forte vs. 2025 Nissan Sentra Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Forte

2024 Kia
Forte

MSRP*: $19,990 to $25,390
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Sentra

2025 Nissan
Sentra

MSRP*: $21,590 to $24,590
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MPG - City 22 - 30 MPG 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 41 MPG 38 - 40 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 149-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable, Manual Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 201 hp 149 hp
Exterior Length 182.7 in 182.9 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 71.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.2 in
Rear 35.7 in
Front 43.8 in
Rear 34.9 in
Head Room Front 38.8 in
Rear 37.5 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 36.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Forte than the Nissan Sentra. The Nissan Sentra will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Forte.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Forte as you will with the Nissan Sentra, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Kia Forte or the Nissan Sentra, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Kia Forte is about the same width as the Nissan Sentra. When looking at overall length, the Kia Forte takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Sentra.

Handling
The Kia Forte has a smaller turning radius than the Nissan Sentra, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Kia Forte and the Nissan Sentra.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Kia Forte doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Nissan Sentra.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Kia Forte and the Nissan Sentra.