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Kia Rio vs. Volkswagen Passat Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Rio vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,835

Kia Rio LX   
Difference: $7,695

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $6,738

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120062006
ModelRioRioPassatPassat
TrimLXSX2.0T3.6 VR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,995 $16,095 $23,900 $29,950
Base Invoice $14,480 $15,110 $21,985 $27,513
Value Package 750      
195/55VR15 300      
Floor mats 95 95    
Value Package 665      
195/55VR15 260      
Floor mats 72 72    
Options (change) 1,145 95 0 0
Options (change) 997 72 0 0
Destination 695 695 630 630
Total Price $16,835 $16,885 $24,530 $30,580
Total Invoice $16,172 $15,877 $22,615 $28,143

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Volkswagen Passat

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,740
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,835
Model Year2011201120062006
ModelRioRioPassatPassat
TrimLXSX2.0T3.6 VR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine110hp I4110hp I4200hp I4280hp V6
TransmissionA4A4M6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 680, 880, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-15205/45-16215/55-16235/45-17
Total Price$16,835$16,885$24,530$30,580
Adjustments for Features0-500-405-2,655
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,835$16,385$24,125$27,925
Cost Above Minimum$450$0$0$3,800
Total Invoice$16,172$15,877$22,615$28,143
Adjustments for Features0-470-373-2,443
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$16,172$15,407$22,242$25,700
Cost Above Minimum$765$0$0$3,458

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Features Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year2011201120062006
ModelRioRioPassatPassat
TrimLXSX2.0T3.6 VR6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800$800  
6-speed manual  $150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
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
Stability control  $400$400
Traction control  $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0$0
Rear air vents  $100$100
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25  
Rear spoiler $200  
Sunroof   $900
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125  
Aux input$50$50  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100  
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
Satellite radio$200$200 $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights$25$25  
Compass  $0$0
Fog lights $125  
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50$50
Outside temperature display  $50$50
Trip computer  $150$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 height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150
Power recliner, driver seat  $100$100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces  $0$0
Total Value of Features$1,645$2,145$2,050$4,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$500$405$2,655
Value of Feature Adjustments0-470-373-2,443

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Specifications Comparison: Kia Rio vs. Volkswagen Passat

Model Year20112006
ModelRioPassat
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase98.4 in106.7 in
Length167.3 in188.2 in
Width66.7 in71.7 in
Height57.9 in58.0 in
Curb Weight2,366 lb.3,306 lb.
Fuel Capacity11.9 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.5 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in54.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.3 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft314.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Rio vs. Volkswagen Passat specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested125072%
Total Not Requested47528%

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