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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: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $9,010

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $7,963

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120112011
ModelRioRioMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimLXSXSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $14,995 $16,095 $23,110 $26,710
Base Invoice $14,480 $15,110 $21,385 $24,714
Value Package 750      
195/55VR15 300      
Floor mats 95 95    
Rear spoiler 300   400 400
Convenience Package     1,160  
Satellite radio     430 430
Value Package 665      
195/55VR15 260      
Floor mats 72 72    
Rear spoiler 250   320 320
Convenience Package     996  
Satellite radio     344 344
Options (change) 1,445 95 1,990 830
Options (change) 1,247 72 1,660 664
Destination 695 695 795 795
Total Price $17,135 $16,885 $25,895 $28,335
Total Invoice $16,422 $15,877 $23,840 $26,173

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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: $7,910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,958
Model Year2011201120112011
ModelRioRioMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimLXSXSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine110hp I4110hp I4167hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionA4A4M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/45-16205/50-16205/45-17
Total Price$17,135$16,885$25,895$28,335
Adjustments for Features0-375-1,475-3,225
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,135$16,510$24,420$25,110
Cost Above Minimum$625$0$0$690
Total Invoice$16,422$15,877$23,840$26,173
Adjustments for Features0-353-1,358-2,979
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,422$15,524$22,482$23,194
Cost Above Minimum$898$0$0$712

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

Model Year2011201120112011
ModelRioRioMX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata
TrimLXSXSportGrand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800  
5-speed manual  $0 
6-speed manual   $150
FWD$0$0  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200  
Universal garage door opener   $100
Wind blocker, small  $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Brake assist  $50$50
Roll bar  $200$200
Side curtain airbags$350$350  
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front   $200
Intermittent wipers  $0$0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Convertible top  $3000$3000
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100  
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 $50
USB port$25$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   $150
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Fog lights $125$125$125
Heated mirrors$25$25  
Outside temperature display  $50$50
Trip computer  $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row$75$75  
Door sill trim plates   $100
Folding second row seats$300$300  
Heated front seats   $200
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Metal pedals $75  
No leather in second row   $-300
Total Value of Features$2,500$2,875$3,975$5,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$375$1,475$3,225
Value of Feature Adjustments0-353-1,358-2,979

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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 Year20112011
ModelRioMX-5 Miata
Body4dr Sedan2dr Convertible
Wheelbase98.4 in91.7 in
Length167.3 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 LX

Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested115067%
Total Not Requested57533%

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150No
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

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