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Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,145

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,350

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112008
ModelRioRioElantra
TrimLXSXSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,995 $16,095 $16,570
Base Invoice $14,480 $15,110 $15,909
Value Package 750    
195/55VR15 300    
Floor mats 95 95 85
Rear spoiler 300   375
Bluetooth cell phone link     325
4-speed automatic     1,000
Value Package 665    
195/55VR15 260    
Floor mats 72 72 68
Rear spoiler 250   338
Bluetooth cell phone link     292
4-speed automatic     945
Options (change) 1,445 95 1,785
Options (change) 1,247 72 1,643
Destination 695 695 675
Total Price $17,135 $16,885 $19,030
Total Invoice $16,422 $15,877 $18,227

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,440
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,669
Model Year201120112008
ModelRioRioElantra
TrimLXSXSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4110hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionA4A4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/35 MPG25/35 MPG25/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6172, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/45-16205/55-16
Total Price$17,135$16,885$19,030
Adjustments for Features0-375-1,080
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,135$16,510$17,950
Cost Above Minimum$625$0$0
Total Invoice$16,422$15,877$18,227
Adjustments for Features0-353-1,034
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,422$15,524$17,193
Cost Above Minimum$898$0$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year201120112008
ModelRioRioElantra
TrimLXSXSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800$800
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50
Stability control  $400
Traction control  $100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25 
Infotainment 
USB port$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Fog lights $125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Trip computer  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Metal pedals $75 
Total Value of Features$1,170$1,545$2,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$375$1,080
Value of Feature Adjustments0-353-1,034

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20112008
ModelRioElantra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in104.3 in
Length167.3 in177.4 in
Width66.7 in69.9 in
Height57.9 in58.3 in
Curb Weight2,403 lb.2,747 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in54.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in35.0 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft314.2 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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