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Kia Rio5 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio5 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,015

Kia Rio5 SX   
Difference: $8,640

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,157

Kia Rio5 SX   
Difference: $8,543

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920112011
ModelRio5Golf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimSXTDIGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $14,280 $23,885 $24,295
Base Invoice $13,550 $22,930 $23,323
Power Package 600    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 400    
Floor mats 85    
Power Package 535    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 357    
Floor mats 65    
Options (change) 1,085 0 0
Options (change) 957 0 0
Destination 650 770 770
Total Price $16,015 $24,655 $25,065
Total Invoice $15,157 $23,700 $24,093

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio5 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio5 SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,605
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,586
Model Year200920112011
ModelRio5Golf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimSXTDIGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine110hp I4140hp I4 D200hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$16,015$24,655$25,065
Adjustments for Features0-2,000-2,445
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,015$22,655$22,620
Cost Above Minimum$0$35$0
Total Invoice$15,157$23,700$24,093
Adjustments for Features0-1,923-2,350
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$15,157$21,777$21,743
Cost Above Minimum$0$34$0

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio5 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year200920112011
ModelRio5Golf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimSXTDIGTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150$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
Full-size spare tire $225$225
Stability control $400$400
Temporary spare tire$150  
Traction control $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Rear spoiler$200 $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash $325 
CD player$125 $125
iPod integration $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
SD Card slot $25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Compass $0$0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100
Heated front seats  $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Metal pedals$75 $75
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$995$2,995$3,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,000$2,445
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,923-2,350

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio5 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20092011
ModelRio5Golf / GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase98.4 in101.5 in
Length158.1 in165.4 in
Width66.7 in70.3 in
Height57.9 in58.3 in
Curb Weight2,439 lb.2,969 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.8 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		49.6 ft346.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio5 vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio5 SX

Power Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested102565%
Total Not Requested55035%

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