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Kia Rio vs. Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,545

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $11,345

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,497

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $10,692

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201720172017
ModelRioMustangMustangMustang
TrimSXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $17,500 $30,195 $37,195 $54,845
Base Invoice $16,675 $28,534 $35,149 $51,828
Premium Package 2,200      
Floor mats 95      
Navigation system   795 795  
Rear spoiler   0 0  
Convenience Package       3,000
Premium Package 2,000      
Floor mats 72      
Navigation system   755 755  
Rear spoiler   0 0  
Convenience Package       2,850
Options (change) 2,295 795 795 3,000
Options (change) 2,072 755 755 2,850
Destination 750 900 900 900
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300
Total Price $20,545 $31,890 $38,890 $60,045
Total Invoice $19,497 $30,189 $36,804 $56,878

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,840
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,267
Model Year2012201720172017
ModelRioMustangMustangMustang
TrimSXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine138hp I4310hp I4435hp V8526hp V8
TransmissionT6M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17235/50-18235/50-18295/35-19
Total Price$20,545$31,890$38,890$60,045
Adjustments for Features0-1,505-1,655-2,455
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,545$30,385$37,235$57,590
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,850$27,205
Total Invoice$19,497$30,189$36,804$56,878
Adjustments for Features0-1,425-1,566-2,326
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,497$28,764$35,238$54,552
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$6,474$25,788

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year2012201720172017
ModelRioMustangMustangMustang
TrimSXEcoBoost PremiumGT PremiumShelby GT350
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
6-speed manual $150$150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0  
Power rear side windows$200   
Universal garage door opener $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25$25
Active glove box $100$100$100
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
High performance brake pads (optional)   $0
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Line lock  $50$50
Safety key $5$5$5
Vehicle health reports $0$0$0
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Drivetrain 
Differential cooler   $0
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential   $300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0  
Body kit (gray/black) $0$0$0
Larger rear spoiler   $200
Rear spoiler $200$200 
Sunroof$900   
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100$100
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100
Aux input$50   
HD radio$50  $50
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Traffic + travel information $25$25$25
Traffic information$25   
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150$150
Compass $0$0$0
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
Outside temperature display $50$50$50
Performance meter $150$150$150
Power-folding mirrors$50   
Spotter mirror(s) $50$50$50
Xenon HID headlights $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100$100
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300$300
Door sill trim plates   $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50   
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0   
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0$0$0
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  $0
Wheels, dark finish   $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100
Total Value of Features$2,725$4,230$4,380$5,180
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,505$1,655$2,455
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,425-1,566-2,326

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Mustang

Model Year20122017
ModelRioMustang
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase101.2 in107.1 in
Length171.9 in188.3 in
Width67.7 in75.4 in
Height57.3 in54.4 in
Curb Weight2,404 lb.3,527 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in34.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in52.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in30.6 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested207570%
Total Not Requested90030%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested67596%
Total Not Requested254%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang GT Premium

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested67596%
Total Not Requested254%

Option Package Details
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Unbranded, 9 speakers350No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Automatic climate control, front200No
Universal garage door opener100No
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Total Requested205051%
Total Not Requested195049%

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