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Ford Taurus vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,595

Kia Rio S   
Difference: $5,135

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620062019
ModelTaurusTaurusRio
TrimSESELS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,830 $22,980 $16,190
Safety and Security Package 995 995  
Front buckets 125    
Heated mirrors 95 35  
Universal garage door opener     350
Floor mats     130
Safety and Security Package 886 886  
Front buckets 112    
Heated mirrors 85 31  
Universal garage door opener     291
Floor mats     104
Options (change) 1,215 1,030 480
Options (change) 1,083 917 395
Destination 685 685 925
Total Price $22,730 $24,695 $17,595

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,450
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,022
Model Year200620062019
ModelTaurusTaurusRio
TrimSESELS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine153hp V6153hp V6130hp I4
TransmissionA4A4T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG20/27 MPG28/37 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16215/60-16185/65-15
Total Price$22,730$24,695$17,595
Adjustments for Features0-1,505-2,315
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,730$23,190$15,280
Cost Above Minimum$0$460$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Rio

Model Year200620062019
ModelTaurusTaurusRio
TrimSESELS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50 
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Brake assist  $50
Side curtain airbags  $350
Stability control  $400
Tire-pressure monitor  $75
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel  $125
Aux input  $50
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
Cassette player$50  
CD player $125 
Rear seat USB outlets (optional)  $0
Satellite radio  $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights  $125
Compass  $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50 
Visor mirror, driver$10 $10
Visor mirror, passenger$10 $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50 
Folding second row seats $300$300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350 
Total Value of Features$1,095$2,600$3,410
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,505$2,315
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,385-174

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Kia Rio features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20062019
ModelTaurusRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.5 in101.6 in
Length197.6 in172.6 in
Width73.0 in67.9 in
Height56.1 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,343 lb.2,714 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in52.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.1 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.6 in53.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.7 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom38.9 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume17.0 ft313.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Kia Rio specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SE

Safety and Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL

Safety and Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio S

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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