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Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda6 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda6 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,545

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $9,990

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,497

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $9,028

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012
ModelRioMazda6Mazda6
TrimSXi Grand Tourings Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $17,500 $27,310 $29,810
Base Invoice $16,675 $25,786 $28,146
Premium Package 2,200    
Floor mats 95    
Navigation system   2,000 2,000
Satellite radio   430 430
Premium Package 2,000    
Floor mats 72    
Navigation system   1,600 1,600
Satellite radio   344 344
Options (change) 2,295 2,430 2,430
Options (change) 2,072 1,944 1,944
Destination 750 795 795
Total Price $20,545 $30,535 $33,035
Total Invoice $19,497 $28,525 $30,885

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda6

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,010
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,113
Model Year201220122012
ModelRioMazda6Mazda6
TrimSXi Grand Tourings Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine138hp I4170hp I4272hp V6
TransmissionT6T5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6333, 10333, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17215/55-17235/45-18
Total Price$20,545$30,535$33,035
Adjustments for Features0-980-1,080
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$20,545$29,555$31,955
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,400
Total Invoice$19,497$28,525$30,885
Adjustments for Features0-915-1,010
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,497$27,610$29,875
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,265

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda6

Model Year201220122012
ModelRioMazda6Mazda6
TrimSXi Grand Tourings Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000 
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250  
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200$200
Brake assist$50  
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40$40
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
HD radio$50  
Surround sound $250$250
USB port$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125  
Automatic-off headlights $25$25
Heated mirrors$25  
Outside temperature display $50$50
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Metal pedals$75  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional)$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$1,925$2,905$3,005
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$980$1,080
Value of Feature Adjustments0-915-1,010

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Mazda Mazda6

Model Year20122012
ModelRioMazda6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.2 in109.8 in
Length171.9 in193.7 in
Width67.7 in72.4 in
Height57.3 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,404 lb.3,259 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.4 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.1 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.1 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.8 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.1 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.2 in55.9 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft316.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested272592%
Total Not Requested2508%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda6 i Grand Touring

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

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