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Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,010

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $7,610

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,717

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $6,901

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Model Year2008200820082015
ModelSonataSonataSonataRio
TrimGLSSELimitedLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,670 $19,570 $22,470 $13,990
Base Invoice $16,949 $18,224 $21,035 $13,732
Popular Equipment Package 650      
3.3L V6 3,450 2,850 1,700  
Cargo tray 90 90 90 80
Floor mats 85 85 85 115
Popular Equipment Package 592      
3.3L V6 3,261 2,665 1,572  
Cargo tray 73 73 73 67
Floor mats 68 68 68 93
Options (change) 4,275 3,025 1,875 195
Options (change) 3,994 2,806 1,713 160
Destination 675 675 675 825
Total Price $22,620 $23,270 $25,020 $15,010
Total Invoice $21,618 $21,705 $23,423 $14,717

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,509
Model Year2008200820082015
ModelSonataSonataSonataRio
TrimGLSSELimitedLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine234hp V6234hp V6234hp V6138hp I4
TransmissionT5T5T5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/28 MPG19/28 MPG19/28 MPG29/37 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)80, 680, 6360, 7?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-16225/50-17225/50-17185/65-15
Total Price$22,620$23,270$25,020$15,010
Adjustments for Features-2,930-3,730-5,4300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,690$19,540$19,590$15,010
Cost Above Minimum$150$0$50$0
Total Invoice$21,618$21,705$23,423$14,717
Adjustments for Features-2,800-3,479-5,0830
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,818$18,226$18,340$14,717
Cost Above Minimum$592$0$114$0

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Rio

Model Year2008200820082015
ModelSonataSonataSonataRio
TrimGLSSELimitedLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000$1000 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150$150$150 
Power front side windows$250$250$250 
Power locks$275$275$275 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200 
Remote keyless entry$225$225$225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250 
Universal garage door opener  $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist   $50
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25 
Rear spoiler $200  
Infotainment 
Aux input   $50
CD changer, in-dash  $325 
CD player$125$125 $125
USB port   $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights   $25
Compass  $0 
Fog lights $125$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50$50 
Outside temperature display  $50 
Visor mirror, driver   $10
Visor mirror, passenger   $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50 
Door sill trim plates  $100 
Heated front seats  $200 
Leather seating surfaces  $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350 
Total Value of Features$3,575$4,375$6,075$645
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,930$3,730$5,430$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,800-3,479-5,0830

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20082015
ModelSonataRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.4 in101.2 in
Length188.9 in171.9 in
Width72.1 in67.7 in
Height58.0 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,458 lb.2,403 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.11.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.4 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in52.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.3 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.4 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft313.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata GLS

Popular Equipment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Trip computer150Yes
Automatic headlights125No
Total Requested27537%
Total Not Requested47563%

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