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Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,530

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $10,470

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,430

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $8,874

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152008
ModelRioTaurus
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $18,090 $27,620
Base Invoice $17,167 $25,388
Premium Package 2,500  
Floor mats 115  
Navigation system   1,995
Satellite radio   195
Sunroof   895
Stability control   495
Premium Package 2,345  
Floor mats 93  
Navigation system   1,736
Satellite radio   170
Sunroof   779
Stability control   431
Options (change) 2,615 3,580
Options (change) 2,438 3,116
Destination 825 800
Total Price $21,530 $32,000
Total Invoice $20,430 $29,304

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,295
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,798
Model Year20152008
ModelRioTaurus
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4263hp V6
TransmissionT6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17225/55-18
Total Price$21,530$32,000
Adjustments for Features0-1,175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,530$30,825
Total Invoice$20,430$29,304
Adjustments for Features0-1,076
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,430$28,228

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20152008
ModelRioTaurus
TrimSXLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist$50 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Infotainment 
App support$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Outside temperature display $50
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,700$3,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,175
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,076

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20152008
ModelRioTaurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in112.9 in
Length171.9 in200.4 in
Width67.7 in74.5 in
Height57.3 in61.5 in
Curb Weight2,404 lb.3,644 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in41.3 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft321.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Ford Taurus specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested270091%
Total Not Requested2759%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%

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