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

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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,545

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $6,880

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,497

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $5,713

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20072012
ModelMX-5 MiataRio
TrimGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,650 $17,500
Base Invoice $22,767 $16,675
Premium Package 2 1,250  
Suspension Package 500  
Satellite radio 430  
Premium Package   2,200
Floor mats   95
Premium Package 2 1,074  
Suspension Package 430  
Satellite radio 344  
Premium Package   2,000
Floor mats   72
Options (change) 2,180 2,295
Options (change) 1,848 2,072
Destination 595 750
Total Price $27,425 $20,545
Total Invoice $25,210 $19,497

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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: $7,560
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,358
Model Year20072012
ModelMX-5 MiataRio
TrimGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine166hp I4138hp I4
TransmissionM6T6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/45-17205/45-17
Total Price$27,425$20,545
Adjustments for Features0-680
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,425$19,865
Total Invoice$25,210$19,497
Adjustments for Features0-645
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,210$18,852

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

Model Year20072012
ModelMX-5 MiataRio
TrimGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Roll bar$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Convertible top$3000 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation system $600
Traffic information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Power-folding mirrors $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Folding second row seats $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0
Total Value of Features$4,420$5,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$680
Value of Feature Adjustments0-645

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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 Year20072012
ModelMX-5 MiataRio
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in101.2 in
Length157.3 in171.9 in
Width67.7 in67.7 in
Height49.0 in57.3 in
Curb Weight2,442 lb.2,404 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.7 gal.11.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.2 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.6 in52.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.1 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in31.1 in
Cargo Volume5.3 ft313.7 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring

Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested75056%
Total Not Requested60044%
Suspension Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300No
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio SX

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900No
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested135045%
Total Not Requested162555%

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