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Kia Rio vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,350

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $10,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,522

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $9,777

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008201220122012
ModelRioMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $13,615 $23,470 $25,830 $27,100
Base Invoice $12,915 $22,188 $24,415 $25,617
Power Package 600      
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400      
Floor mats 85      
Convenience Package   1,160    
Rear spoiler   400 400 400
Power Package 535      
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357      
Floor mats 65      
Convenience Package   996    
Rear spoiler   320 320 320
Options (change) 1,085 1,560 400 400
Options (change) 957 1,316 320 320
Destination 650 795 795 795
Total Price $15,350 $25,825 $27,025 $28,295
Total Invoice $14,522 $24,299 $25,530 $26,732

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,001
Model Year2008201220122012
ModelRioMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine110hp I4167hp I4167hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 4?, 6?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17
Total Price$15,350$25,825$27,025$28,295
Adjustments for Features0-2,950-3,600-4,700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$15,350$22,875$23,425$23,595
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$550$720
Total Invoice$14,522$24,299$25,530$26,732
Adjustments for Features0-2,776-3,401-4,440
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$14,522$21,523$22,129$22,292
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$606$769

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year2008201220122012
ModelRioMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimSXSportTouringGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0  
6-speed manual  $150$150
FWD$0   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150$150
Power rear side windows$200   
Universal garage door opener  $100$100
Wind blocker, small $100$100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50$50$50
Roll bar $200$200$200
Side curtain airbags$350   
Stability control $400$400$400
Temporary spare tire$150   
Traction control $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200
Intermittent wipers $0$0$0
Variable intermittent wipers$75   
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Convertible top $3000$3000$3000
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125$125
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
CD player$125$125  
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150$150
Automatic-off headlights$25   
Heated mirrors$25   
Outside temperature display $50$50$50
Trip computer $150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75   
Door sill trim plates   $100
Folding second row seats$300   
Heated front seats   $200
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50   
Metal pedals$75   
No leather in second row   $-300
Total Value of Features$1,525$4,475$5,125$6,225
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,950$3,600$4,700
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,776-3,401-4,440

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Model Year20082012
ModelRioMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase98.4 in91.7 in
Length166.9 in157.3 in
Width66.7 in67.7 in
Height57.9 in49.0 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,442 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.12.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in53.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in50.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in43.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft35.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested87560%
Total Not Requested57540%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150No
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150No
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50No
Total Requested62557%
Total Not Requested47543%

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