Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison
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Summary
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For the Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Rio vs. Taurus Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Rio and Taurus will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Kia Rio SX's price is $8,755 lower than the Ford Taurus SE's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 8,755 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 7,716 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Taurus |
| Trim | EX | SX | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 138hp I4 | 288hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 28/36 MPG | 28/36 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 185/65-15 | 205/45-17 | 235/60-17 |
| Total Price | 17,145 | 18,345 | 26,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,455 | -705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 17,145 | 16,890 | 25,645 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 255 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Invoice | 16,357 | 17,497 | 24,480 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,388 | -655 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 16,357 | 16,109 | 23,825 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 248 | 0 | 0 |
Invoice Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus
Price Comparison (MSRP): Kia Rio vs. Ford TaurusThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Kia Rio EX | |||
| Difference: 9,205 | |||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Kia Rio EX | |||
| Difference: 8,123 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Taurus |
| Trim | EX | SX | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 16,300 | 17,500 | 25,555 |
| Base Invoice | 15,535 | 16,675 | 23,685 |
| Floor mats | 95 | 95 | |
| Floor mats | 72 | 72 | |
| Total options | 95 | 95 | 0 |
| Total options | 72 | 72 | 0 |
| Destination | 750 | 750 | 795 |
| Total Price | 17,145 | 18,345 | 26,350 |
| Total Invoice | 16,357 | 17,497 | 24,480 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Kia Rio
| Price of the Kia Rio: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | i went in with set price and style i wanted, i got it. insurance was cheap on it. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD | The car in base model is very resonably priced in my opinion. Even my LX (ps, ac, am/fm cd) was a great deal. The dealership gave the max. on my trade in (110%) and I drove away with a payment $50 less per month and 2 years less! |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | $14K for a car like this is pretty good. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 96-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD | It came with AM/FM/CD, power steering and air conditioning for $6995 for a new car. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Ford Taurus
| Price of the Ford Taurus: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | with the rebates the price was under the acura tl awd with tech. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD | Taurus & Five Hundred sell for very low prices compared to the value they provide |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD | I think the Taurus is affordable for the provided features |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD | Very low cost for decent overall quality. |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD | Purchased 2002 wagon used in 2005 with less than 30k miles for only $10,000. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD | Low price for its class. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD | The car is just cheap to purchase. I think the going price for a used Taurus is around 5k. |
Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Rio | Taurus |
| Trim | EX | SX | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Compact spare tire | $75 | ||
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $100 | ||
| Safety key | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $100 | ||
| Interior air filter | $25 | ||
| Media drive, small | $25 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | ||
| USB port | $150 | $150 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,720 | $3,175 | $2,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,455 | $705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,388 | -655 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Rio | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,476 lb. | 4,015 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.1 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.8 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.2 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Kia Rio Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Kia Rio: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Last Kia I sat in was about 8 years earlier - cheap flimsy plastic. When I sat in the Rio, I was immediately impressed by the improvements they have made. When I get passengers who have never ridden in a Kia before, they often say they are surprised to. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Kia Rio: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
cheap material on seats but nice style. outside molding around windows started to crumble away |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 96-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
It was built with the cheapest materials possible. Replaced OEM tires with cheapest ones I could find and the car handled better than it did brand new. Carpet is amazingly thin, etc. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Ford Taurus Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Ford Taurus: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Parts fit together well, and interior surfaces are of high quality. Nothing feels cheap or flimsy. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Ford Taurus: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The interior is below average in quality. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Everything felt cheap, and the vinyls felt slimey. Poor fit and finish overall. |
| 2000 | 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Some parts, like the glove compartment, feel flimsy. Cupholders and center armrest do too. Seats feel comfortable though, and the fabric is tough. But door panels for example look kinda cheap. |
