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Kia Rio vs. Kia Spectra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Kia Spectra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,610

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,435

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,727

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,173

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092008
ModelRioSpectra
TrimSXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,025 $15,995
Base Invoice $13,305 $14,955
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400 400
Power Package 600  
Floor mats 85  
4-speed automatic 850 1,000
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357 360
Power Package 535  
Floor mats 65  
4-speed automatic 815 935
Options (change) 1,935 1,400
Options (change) 1,772 1,295
Destination 650 650
Total Price $16,610 $18,045
Total Invoice $15,727 $16,900

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Spectra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,560
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,291
Model Year20092008
ModelRioSpectra
TrimSXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionA4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)25/35 MPG24/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/50-16
Total Price$16,610$18,045
Adjustments for Features-1250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,485$18,045
Total Invoice$15,727$16,900
Adjustments for Features-1180
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$15,609$16,900

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Spectra

Model Year20092008
ModelRioSpectra
TrimSXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio$200 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,175$1,050
Value of Feature Adjustments$125$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1180

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Kia Spectra

Model Year20092008
ModelRioSpectra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in102.8 in
Length166.9 in177.2 in
Width66.7 in68.3 in
Height57.9 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,403 lb.2,767 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in52.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft312.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested90057%
Total Not Requested67543%

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