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Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,025

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,610

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,937

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,609

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122013
ModelElantraRio
TrimLimitedSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,595 $17,700
Base Invoice $19,727 $16,870
Technology Package 2,100  
Cargo tray 70 80
Floor mats 95 95
Premium Package   2,350
Technology Package 1,911  
Cargo tray 57 60
Floor mats 76 72
Premium Package   2,135
Options (change) 2,265 2,525
Options (change) 2,044 2,267
Destination 775 800
Total Price $23,635 $21,025
Total Invoice $22,546 $19,937

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,610
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,609
Model Year20122013
ModelElantraRio
TrimLimitedSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/38 MPG28/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-17205/45-17
Total Price$23,635$21,025
Adjustments for Features00
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,635$21,025
Total Invoice$22,546$19,937
Adjustments for Features00
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,546$19,937

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20122013
ModelElantraRio
TrimLimitedSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
App support $0
HD radio $50
Traffic + travel information$25 
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Outside temperature display$50 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Heated second row seats$200 
Metal pedals $75
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,450$1,450
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0
Value of Feature Adjustments00

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20122013
ModelElantraRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in101.2 in
Length178.3 in171.9 in
Width69.9 in67.7 in
Height56.5 in57.3 in
Curb Weight2,701 lb.2,476 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.8 gal.11.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.8 in52.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.7 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom33.1 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft313.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Limited

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Unbranded, 360W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested130078%
Total Not Requested37522%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested2975100%
Total Not Requested00%

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