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Kia Optima vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Kia Optima vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,075

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $445

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,905

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $20

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082016
ModelOptimaRio
TrimEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $19,895 $20,755
Base Invoice $18,510 $19,667
Stability control 650  
Premium Package 1,300  
Universal garage door opener   350
Floor mats   120
Stability control 580  
Premium Package 1,160  
Universal garage door opener   291
Floor mats   97
Options (change) 1,950 470
Options (change) 1,740 388
Destination 675 850
Total Price $22,520 $22,075
Total Invoice $20,925 $20,905

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,370
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $896
Model Year20082016
ModelOptimaRio
TrimEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine162hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/31 MPG27/37 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)360, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-16205/45-17
Total Price$22,520$22,075
Adjustments for Features0-925
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,520$21,150
Total Invoice$20,925$20,905
Adjustments for Features0-876
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,925$20,029

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20082016
ModelOptimaRio
TrimEXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 
Interior air filter$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
Navigation system $600
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Outside temperature display$50 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
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$2,425$3,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$925
Value of Feature Adjustments0-876

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20082016
ModelOptimaRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.1 in101.2 in
Length186.4 in172.0 in
Width71.1 in67.7 in
Height58.3 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,179 lb.2,729 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.11.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in52.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.7 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft313.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Infinity, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested95063%
Total Not Requested55037%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

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

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