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Kia Rio vs. Kia Optima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,595

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $1,570

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,972

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $1,158

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2013201320132008
ModelRioRioRioOptima
TrimLXEXSXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $13,600 $16,500 $17,700 $16,755
Base Invoice $13,340 $15,730 $16,870 $15,810
Power Package 1,000      
Floor mats 95 95 95 85
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,100      
Stability control       650
Power Package 900      
Floor mats 72 72 72 65
6-speed shiftable automatic 860      
Stability control       580
Options (change) 2,195 95 95 735
Options (change) 1,832 72 72 645
Destination 800 800 800 675
Total Price $16,595 $17,395 $18,595 $18,165
Total Invoice $15,972 $16,602 $17,742 $17,130

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Optima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,740
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,284
Model Year2013201320132008
ModelRioRioRioOptima
TrimLXEXSXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4138hp I4138hp I4162hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)28/36 MPG28/36 MPG28/36 MPG21/31 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-15185/65-15205/45-17205/60-16
Total Price$16,595$17,395$18,595$18,165
Adjustments for Features-1,170-1,595-3,0050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$15,425$15,800$15,590$18,165
Cost Above Minimum$0$375$165$0
Total Invoice$15,972$16,602$17,742$17,130
Adjustments for Features-1,126-1,522-2,8670
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$14,846$15,080$14,875$17,130
Cost Above Minimum$0$234$29$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Optima

Model Year2013201320132008
ModelRioRioRioOptima
TrimLXEXSXLX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100 
5-speed manual   $0
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150$150
Remote keyless entry$225$225$225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25 
Rearview camera  $200 
Temporary spare tire   $150
Vehicle health reports  $0 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter   $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings   $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25 
Infotainment 
App support  $0 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100 
HD radio  $50 
Media drive, small  $5 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Satellite radio$200$200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25 
USB port$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices  $0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights  $125 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Fog lights  $125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50
Power-folding mirrors  $50 
Trip computer$150$150$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), front row $75$75$75
Center armrest(s), second row   $50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50
Metal pedals  $75 
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)  $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 
Total Value of Features$2,070$2,495$3,905$900
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,170$1,595$3,005$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,126-1,522-2,8670

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Optima

Model Year20132008
ModelRioOptima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in107.1 in
Length171.9 in186.4 in
Width67.7 in71.1 in
Height57.3 in58.3 in
Curb Weight2,476 lb.3,142 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in57.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in56.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in37.8 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft314.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested72576%
Total Not Requested22524%

Option Package Details
Kia Optima LX

Stability control
FeatureValueRequested?
Stability control400Yes
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Brake assist50Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%

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