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Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $14,595

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $4,030

Lowest Total Invoice: $13,791

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $3,706

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620102010
ModelRioMazda3Mazda3
TrimLXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $12,695 $15,295 $19,040
Base Invoice $12,045 $14,341 $17,838
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400    
Power Package 600    
Floor mats 70    
Rear spoiler 250    
Touring Package   2,580  
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357    
Power Package 535    
Floor mats 54    
Rear spoiler 220    
Touring Package   2,406  
Options (change) 1,320 2,580 0
Options (change) 1,166 2,406 0
Destination 580 750 750
Total Price $14,595 $18,625 $19,790
Total Invoice $13,791 $17,497 $18,588

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,705
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,461
Model Year200620102010
ModelRioMazda3Mazda3
TrimLXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4148hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)185/65-14205/55-16205/50-17
Total Price$14,595$18,625$19,790
Adjustments for Features0-1,325-2,180
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$14,595$17,300$17,610
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$310
Total Invoice$13,791$17,497$18,588
Adjustments for Features0-1,245-2,048
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$13,791$16,252$16,540
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$288

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year200620102010
ModelRioMazda3Mazda3
TrimLXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0$0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Fog lights  $125
Heated mirrors$25  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer  $150
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Total Value of Features$545$1,870$2,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,325$2,180
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,245-2,048

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20062010
ModelRioMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in103.9 in
Length166.9 in180.7 in
Width66.7 in69.1 in
Height57.9 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,964 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft311.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3 specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

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 Mazda3 i

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100No
Stability control400No
Air conditioning900Yes
Cruise control150No
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alloy wheels350No
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Outside temperature display50No
Interior air filter0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested140048%
Total Not Requested152552%

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