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Honda Civic vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Honda Civic vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $14,245

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $9,665

Lowest Total Invoice: $13,967

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $8,305

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152012
ModelCivicRio
TrimSiLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,090 $13,400
Base Invoice $21,452 $13,145
Floor mats   95
Floor mats   72
Options (change) 0 95
Options (change) 0 72
Destination 820 750
Total Price $23,910 $14,245
Total Invoice $22,272 $13,967

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,090
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,043
Model Year20152012
ModelCivicRio
TrimSiLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine205hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)22/31 MPG29/37 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18185/65-15
Total Price$23,910$14,245
Adjustments for Features-4,5750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,335$14,245
Total Invoice$22,272$13,967
Adjustments for Features-4,2620
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,010$13,967

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Features Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20152012
ModelCivicRio
TrimSiLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150 
Power front side windows$250 
Power locks$275 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key$250 
Remote keyless entry$225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Blind spot camera, passenger side$150 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
HDMI port$25 
Satellite radio $200
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Digital instruments$0 
Fog lights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Outside temperature display$50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$5,175$600
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,575$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,2620

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Specifications Comparison: Honda Civic vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20152012
ModelCivicRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.1 in101.2 in
Length179.4 in171.9 in
Width69.0 in67.7 in
Height56.5 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,002 lb.2,403 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.11.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.5 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.3 in52.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.4 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume12.5 ft313.7 ft3

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