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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: $15,685

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,770

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,757

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,392

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201020082008
ModelRioRioMazda3Mazda3
TrimLXSXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $13,795 $14,895 $13,995 $17,535
Base Invoice $13,330 $13,990 $13,115 $16,416
Value Package 600      
195/55HR15 285      
Floor mats 95 95    
Rear spoiler 300   325 325
ABS/SAB/SAC Pkg.     395  
Touring Package     2,360  
Fog lights     300  
Satellite radio     430 430
Value Package 535      
195/55HR15 250      
Floor mats 72 72    
Rear spoiler 250   260 260
ABS/SAB/SAC Pkg.     340  
Touring Package     2,200  
Fog lights     240  
Satellite radio     344 344
Options (change) 1,280 95 3,810 755
Options (change) 1,107 72 3,384 604
Destination 695 695 650 650
Total Price $15,770 $15,685 $18,455 $18,940
Total Invoice $15,132 $14,757 $17,149 $17,670

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,120
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,722
Model Year2010201020082008
ModelRioRioMazda3Mazda3
TrimLXSXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4110hp I4148hp I4156hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/45-16205/55-16205/55-16
Total Price$15,770$15,685$18,455$18,940
Adjustments for Features0-375-25-250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$15,770$15,310$18,430$18,690
Cost Above Minimum$460$0$0$260
Total Invoice$15,132$14,757$17,149$17,670
Adjustments for Features0-353-23-233
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$15,132$14,404$17,126$17,437
Cost Above Minimum$728$0$0$311

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year2010201020082008
ModelRioRioMazda3Mazda3
TrimLXSXis
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0$0
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50$50
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0$0
Intermittent wipers  $0$0
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100  
MP3-compatible player$50$50  
USB port$25$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Fog lights $125$125$125
Heated mirrors$25$25  
Outside temperature display  $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Metal pedals $75  
Total Value of Features$575$950$600$825
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$375$25$250
Value of Feature Adjustments0-353-23-233

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

Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20102008
ModelRioMazda3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in103.9 in
Length167.3 in178.3 in
Width66.7 in69.1 in
Height57.9 in57.7 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.2,759 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft311.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda3 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 windows200Yes
Total Requested135078%
Total Not Requested37522%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 i

ABS/SAB/SAC Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Brake assist50No
Front side airbags350Yes
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Total Requested110096%
Total Not Requested504%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Air conditioning900Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors150Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Manual height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Outside temperature display50No
Interior air filter0No
205/55HR16 tires400No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested255075%
Total Not Requested85025%

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