Kia Rio Kia Rio 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Sonata 2009

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

Join Us

Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $14,575

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $9,400

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,272

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $8,627

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2013200920092009
ModelRioSonataSonataSonata
TrimLXGLSSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $13,600 $18,700 $22,050 $24,550
Base Invoice $13,340 $17,922 $20,867 $22,959
Floor mats 95 90 90 90
Cargo tray 80 90 90 90
Popular Equipment Package   650    
3.3L V6   3,750 2,000 2,000
Floor mats 72 73 73 73
Cargo tray 60 73 73 73
Popular Equipment Package   592    
3.3L V6   3,544 1,870 1,850
Options (change) 175 4,580 2,180 2,180
Options (change) 132 4,282 2,016 1,996
Destination 800 695 695 695
Total Price $14,575 $23,975 $24,925 $27,425
Total Invoice $14,272 $22,899 $23,578 $25,650

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 Sonata 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 Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,995
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,186
Model Year2013200920092009
ModelRioSonataSonataSonata
TrimLXGLSSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4249hp V6249hp V6249hp V6
TransmissionM6T5T5T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)29/37 MPG19/29 MPG19/29 MPG19/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 480, 680, 6360, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-15215/60-16215/55-17215/55-17
Total Price$14,575$23,975$24,925$27,425
Adjustments for Features0-3,105-4,355-6,530
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$14,575$20,870$20,570$20,895
Cost Above Minimum$0$300$0$325
Total Invoice$14,272$22,899$23,578$25,650
Adjustments for Features0-2,966-4,120-6,107
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$14,272$19,933$19,458$19,543
Cost Above Minimum$0$475$0$85

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year2013200920092009
ModelRioSonataSonataSonata
TrimLXGLSSELimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150   
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000$1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150$150
Power front side windows $250$250$250
Power locks $275$275$275
Power rear side windows $200$200$200
Remote keyless entry $225$225$225
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Universal garage door opener   $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50   
Temporary spare tire $150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200
Dual-zone climate control   $125
Interior air filter $0$0$0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75$75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25
Rear spoiler  $200 
Sunroof   $900
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   $150
Automatic headlights $125$125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25   
Compass   $0
Fog lights  $125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50$50
Outside temperature display   $50
Visor mirror, driver$10   
Visor mirror, passenger$10   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75$75$75
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50$50
Door sill trim plates $100$100$100
Heated front seats   $200
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Partial leather seating sufaces  $450 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350$350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Total Value of Features$570$3,675$4,925$7,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,105$4,355$6,530
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,966-4,120-6,107

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20132009
ModelRioSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in107.4 in
Length171.9 in188.9 in
Width67.7 in72.1 in
Height57.3 in58.0 in
Curb Weight2,403 lb.3,494 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in57.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in55.3 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft316.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata GLS

Popular Equipment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Trip computer150Yes
Automatic headlights125No
Total Requested27537%
Total Not Requested47563%
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
249 hp@6000
229 lb-ft@4500
FeatureValueRequested?
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
249 hp@6000
229 lb-ft@4500
1000Yes
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150No
Heat-reflective glass0No
Total Requested100087%
Total Not Requested15013%

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.