Kia Rio Kia Rio 2012 Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Elantra 2017
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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

Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,625

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $5,585

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,557

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $5,441

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelRioElantra
TrimSXSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,500 $21,650
Base Invoice $16,675 $20,765
Premium Package 2,200 2,400
Cargo tray 80 100
Floor mats 95 125
7-speed automated manual   1,100
Premium Package 2,000 2,184
Cargo tray 60 80
Floor mats 72 100
7-speed automated manual   1,034
Options (change) 2,375 3,725
Options (change) 2,132 3,398
Destination 750 835
Total Price $20,625 $26,210
Total Invoice $19,557 $24,998

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Rio dealer quotes or Hyundai Elantra dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,235
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,200
Model Year20122017
ModelRioElantra
TrimSXSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionT6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/36 MPG26/33 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6315, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$20,625$26,210
Adjustments for Features0-2,350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,625$23,860
Total Invoice$19,557$24,998
Adjustments for Features0-2,241
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,557$22,757

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20122017
ModelRioElantra
TrimSXSport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener $125
Remote app $25
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Blind spot warning system $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Knee airbag, driver $75
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
Ionizing air filtration $50
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Pandora internet radio connectivity $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Text dictation $50
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
Outside temperature display $50
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$1,475$3,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,350
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,241

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra

Model Year20122017
ModelRioElantra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in106.3 in
Length171.9 in179.9 in
Width67.7 in70.9 in
Height57.3 in56.5 in
Curb Weight2,476 lb.3,109 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in56.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in51.9 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in35.7 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft314.4 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Elantra specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested2975100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra Sport

7-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
7-speed automated manual0Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Compass0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Text dictation50No
Infinity, 315W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation225No
Vehicle health reports0No
Remote app25No
Automatic climate control, front200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Total Requested160050%
Total Not Requested160050%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.