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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: $15,350

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $10,475

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,522

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $9,777

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220122008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRio
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,470 $25,830 $27,100 $13,615
Base Invoice $22,188 $24,415 $25,617 $12,915
Convenience Package 1,160      
Rear spoiler 400 400 400  
Power Package       600
Antilock brakes (ABS)       400
Floor mats       85
Convenience Package 996      
Rear spoiler 320 320 320  
Power Package       535
Antilock brakes (ABS)       357
Floor mats       65
Options (change) 1,560 400 400 1,085
Options (change) 1,316 320 320 957
Destination 795 795 795 650
Total Price $25,825 $27,025 $28,295 $15,350
Total Invoice $24,299 $25,530 $26,732 $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: $7,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,001
Model Year2012201220122008
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRio
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4167hp I4167hp 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$25,825$27,025$28,295$15,350
Adjustments for Features-2,950-3,600-4,7000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,875$23,425$23,595$15,350
Cost Above Minimum$0$550$720$0
Total Invoice$24,299$25,530$26,732$14,522
Adjustments for Features-2,776-3,401-4,4400
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,523$22,129$22,292$14,522
Cost Above Minimum$0$606$769$0

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

Model Year2012201220122008
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
Universal garage door opener $100$100 
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50$50 
Roll bar$200$200$200 
Side curtain airbags   $350
Stability control$400$400$400 
Temporary spare tire   $150
Traction control$100$100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200 
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 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125$125 
CD changer, in-dash $325$325 
CD player$125  $125
MP3-compatible player $50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150 
Automatic-off headlights   $25
Heated mirrors   $25
Outside temperature display$50$50$50 
Trip computer$150$150$150 
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$4,475$5,125$6,225$1,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,950$3,600$4,700$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,776-3,401-4,4400

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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 Year20122008
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 wheel125No
Cruise control150No
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150No
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50No
Total Requested62557%
Total Not Requested47543%

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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