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Kia Rio vs. Honda Civic Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Honda Civic Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $6,010

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $5,453

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120122012
ModelRioRioCivicCivic
TrimLXSXEX-LSi
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,995 $16,095 $22,105 $22,555
Base Invoice $14,480 $15,110 $20,540 $20,956
Value Package 750      
195/55VR15 300      
Floor mats 95 95    
Rear spoiler 300      
Value Package 665      
195/55VR15 260      
Floor mats 72 72    
Rear spoiler 250      
Options (change) 1,445 95 0 0
Options (change) 1,247 72 0 0
Destination 695 695 790 790
Total Price $17,135 $16,885 $22,895 $23,345
Total Invoice $16,422 $15,877 $21,330 $21,746

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Honda Civic

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,660
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,267
Model Year2011201120122012
ModelRioRioCivicCivic
TrimLXSXEX-LSi
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4110hp I4140hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionA4A4A5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6160, 6360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/45-16205/55-16215/45-17
Total Price$17,135$16,885$22,895$23,345
Adjustments for Features0-375-2,725-1,775
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,135$16,510$20,170$21,570
Cost Above Minimum$625$0$0$1,400
Total Invoice$16,422$15,877$21,330$21,746
Adjustments for Features0-353-2,539-1,653
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,422$15,524$18,791$20,093
Cost Above Minimum$898$0$0$1,302

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Honda Civic

Model Year2011201120122012
ModelRioRioCivicCivic
TrimLXSXEX-LSi
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800  
5-speed automatic  $900 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50$50
Stability control  $400$400
Traction control  $100$100
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0$0
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential   $500
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 $25
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200
Sunroof  $900$900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25
Satellite radio$200$200  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Digital instruments  $0$0
Fog lights $125 $125
Heated mirrors$25$25$25 
Outside temperature display  $50$50
Trip computer  $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Heated front seats  $200 
Leather seating surfaces  $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Metal pedals $75 $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Short-throw shifter (optional)   $0
Total Value of Features$1,550$1,925$4,275$3,325
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$375$2,725$1,775
Value of Feature Adjustments0-353-2,539-1,653

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Honda Civic

Model Year20112012
ModelRioCivic
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in105.1 in
Length167.3 in177.3 in
Width66.7 in69.0 in
Height57.9 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,609 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in50.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in53.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in51.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft312.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested137580%
Total Not Requested35020%

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