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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,350

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $7,995

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,522

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $7,044

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006200620062008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRio
TrimTouringSportGrand TouringLimitedSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $22,435 $22,935 $24,435 $26,700 $13,615
Base Invoice $20,726 $21,187 $22,568 $24,654 $12,915
Rear spoiler 350 350 350 350  
Power Package         600
Antilock brakes (ABS)         400
Floor mats         85
Rear spoiler 280 280 280 280  
Power Package         535
Antilock brakes (ABS)         357
Floor mats         65
Options (change) 350 350 350 350 1,085
Options (change) 280 280 280 280 957
Destination 560 560 560 560 650
Total Price $23,345 $23,845 $25,345 $27,610 $15,350
Total Invoice $21,566 $22,027 $23,408 $25,494 $14,522

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,695
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,919
Model Year20062006200620062008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRio
TrimTouringSportGrand TouringLimitedSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine170hp I4170hp I4170hp I4170hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6M6M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 4?, 7?, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17205/45-17195/55-15
Total Price$23,345$23,845$25,345$27,610$15,350
Adjustments for Features-2,300-2,450-3,350-5,1000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,045$21,395$21,995$22,510$15,350
Cost Above Minimum$0$350$950$1,465$0
Total Invoice$21,566$22,027$23,408$25,494$14,522
Adjustments for Features-2,125-2,263-3,094-4,7090
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$19,441$19,764$20,314$20,785$14,522
Cost Above Minimum$0$323$873$1,344$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20062006200620062008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRio
TrimTouringSportGrand TouringLimitedSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   $0
6-speed manual $150$150$150 
RWD$0$0$0$0 
FWD    $0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150$150$150$150 
Power rear side windows    $200
Proximity key   $250 
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Roll bar$200$200$200$200 
Side curtain airbags    $350
Stability control   $400 
Tire-pressure monitor    $75
Traction control   $100 
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0$0$0$0 
Variable intermittent wipers    $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings    $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Convertible top$3000$3000$3000$3000 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125$125$125 
Satellite radio   $200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights    $25
Heated mirrors    $25
Xenon HID headlights   $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row    $75
Folding second row seats    $300
Leather seating surfaces  $900$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat    $50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat    $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Total Value of Features$3,600$3,750$4,650$6,400$1,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,300$2,450$3,350$5,100$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,125-2,263-3,094-4,7090

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Rio features.

Specifications Comparison: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20062008
ModelMX-5 MiataRio
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in98.4 in
Length157.3 in166.9 in
Width67.7 in66.7 in
Height49.0 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft311.9 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Rio specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Antilock brakes (ABS)
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
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%

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