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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: $15,760

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $8,430

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,912

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $7,333

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820082009
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRio
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,635 $23,930 $25,240 $14,025
Base Invoice $20,002 $22,116 $23,323 $13,305
Convenience Package 1,105      
Satellite radio 430 430 430  
Rear spoiler 350 350 350  
Power Package       600
Antilock brakes (ABS)       400
Floor mats       85
Convenience Package 949      
Satellite radio 344 344 344  
Rear spoiler 280 280 280  
Power Package       535
Antilock brakes (ABS)       357
Floor mats       65
Options (change) 1,885 780 780 1,085
Options (change) 1,573 624 624 957
Destination 670 670 670 650
Total Price $24,190 $25,380 $26,690 $15,760
Total Invoice $22,245 $23,410 $24,617 $14,912

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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: $6,405
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,471
Model Year2008200820082009
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRio
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine166hp I4166hp I4166hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17195/55-15
Total Price$24,190$25,380$26,690$15,760
Adjustments for Features-2,025-2,425-3,3250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,165$22,955$23,365$15,760
Cost Above Minimum$0$790$1,200$0
Total Invoice$22,245$23,410$24,617$14,912
Adjustments for Features-1,862-2,237-3,0670
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,383$21,173$21,550$14,912
Cost Above Minimum$0$790$1,167$0

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

Model Year2008200820082009
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRio
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  $0
6-speed manual $150$150 
RWD$0$0$0 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
Cruise control$150$150$150 
Power rear side windows   $200
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Roll bar$200$200$200 
Side curtain airbags   $350
Temporary spare tire   $150
Climate Control 
Intermittent wipers$0$0$0 
Variable intermittent wipers   $75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings   $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 
Convertible top$3000$3000$3000 
Infotainment 
Aux input   $50
CD changer, in-dash $325$325 
CD player$125  $125
MP3-compatible player $50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights   $25
Heated mirrors   $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row   $75
Door sill trim plates  $100 
Folding second row seats   $300
Heated front seats  $200 
Leather seating surfaces  $900 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50
Metal pedals   $75
No leather in second row  $-300 
Total Value of Features$3,600$4,000$4,900$1,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,025$2,425$3,325$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,862-2,237-3,0670

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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 Year20082009
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
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150No
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Total Requested75083%
Total Not Requested15017%

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?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested100063%
Total Not Requested57537%

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