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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: $18,145

Kia Rio EX   
Difference: $6,575

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2020202020122012
ModelSonataSonataRioRio
TrimSESELEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,600 $25,700 $16,300 $17,500
Floor mats 125 125 95 95
Convenience Package     1,000  
Floor mats 100 100 72 72
Convenience Package     900  
Options (change) 125 125 1,095 95
Options (change) 100 100 972 72
Destination 995 995 750 750
Total Price $24,720 $26,820 $18,145 $18,345

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Rio EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Hyundai Sonata SEL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,030
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,265
Model Year2020202020122012
ModelSonataSonataRioRio
TrimSESELEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine191hp I4191hp I4138hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT8T8T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/38 MPG28/38 MPG28/36 MPG28/36 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/65-16215/55-17185/65-15205/45-17
Total Price$24,720$26,820$18,145$18,345
Adjustments for Features-545-2,5200-100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,175$24,300$18,145$18,245
Cost Above Minimum$0$125$0$100

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Features Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Rio

Model Year2020202020122012
ModelSonataSonataRioRio
TrimSESELEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250  
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125  
Remote app $25  
Remote climate control $25  
Remote start via app $75  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200$200  
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75  
Rollover sensor$50$50  
Temporary spare tire $150  
Vehicle health reports $0  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100  
CD player  $125$125
HD radio $50$50$50
Media drive, small  $5$5
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225  
Voice control for external devices  $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights  $125$125
Heated mirrors $25$25$25
Interior ambient lighting$150$150  
Outside temperature display$50$50  
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Heated front seats $200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 $50$50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Metal pedals   $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100  
Power recliner, driver seat $100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100  
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)  $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Total Value of Features$2,525$4,500$1,980$2,080
Value of Feature Adjustments$545$2,520$0$100
Value of Feature Adjustments-24-1030-95

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Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Sonata vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20202012
ModelSonataRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in101.2 in
Length192.9 in171.9 in
Width73.2 in67.7 in
Height56.9 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,120 lb.2,476 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.11.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.6 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom46.1 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in52.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom34.8 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft313.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio EX

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Automatic headlights100Yes
Fog lights125No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Map lights25No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)0No
Media drive, small5No
Rearview camera200Yes
HD radio50Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested98081%
Total Not Requested23019%

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