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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: $15,685

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $10,570

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,757

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $9,886

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220102010
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRioRio
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringLXSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,470 $25,830 $27,100 $13,795 $14,895
Base Invoice $22,188 $24,415 $25,617 $13,330 $13,990
Convenience Package 1,160        
Satellite radio 430 430 430    
Rear spoiler 400 400 400 300  
Value Package       600  
195/55HR15       285  
Floor mats       95 95
Convenience Package 996        
Satellite radio 344 344 344    
Rear spoiler 320 320 320 250  
Value Package       535  
195/55HR15       250  
Floor mats       72 72
Options (change) 1,990 830 830 1,280 95
Options (change) 1,660 664 664 1,107 72
Destination 795 795 795 695 695
Total Price $26,255 $27,455 $28,725 $15,770 $15,685
Total Invoice $24,643 $25,874 $27,076 $15,132 $14,757

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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: $8,170
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,634
Model Year20122012201220102010
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRioRio
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringLXSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine167hp I4167hp I4167hp I4110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6M5M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 6?, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-16205/45-17205/45-17195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$26,255$27,455$28,725$15,770$15,685
Adjustments for Features-2,775-3,425-4,5250-375
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,480$24,030$24,200$15,770$15,310
Cost Above Minimum$0$550$720$460$0
Total Invoice$24,643$25,874$27,076$15,132$14,757
Adjustments for Features-2,605-3,228-4,2650-353
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,038$22,646$22,811$15,132$14,404
Cost Above Minimum$0$608$773$728$0

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

Model Year20122012201220102010
ModelMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataMX-5 MiataRioRio
TrimSportTouringGrand TouringLXSX
Body2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  $0$0
6-speed manual $150$150  
RWD$0$0$0  
FWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Universal garage door opener $100$100  
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Brake assist$50$50$50  
Roll bar$200$200$200  
Side curtain airbags   $350$350
Stability control$400$400$400  
Temporary spare tire   $150$150
Traction control$100$100$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200  
Intermittent wipers$0$0$0  
Variable intermittent wipers   $75$75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings   $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 $25
Convertible top$3000$3000$3000  
Infotainment 
Aux input   $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link   $100$100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325  
CD player$125  $125$125
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50$50
USB port   $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150  
Automatic-off headlights   $25$25
Fog lights$125$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors   $25$25
Outside temperature display$50$50$50  
Trip computer$150$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row   $75$75
Door sill trim plates  $100  
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Heated front seats  $200  
Leather seating surfaces  $900  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Metal pedals    $75
No leather in second row  $-300  
Total Value of Features$4,475$5,125$6,225$1,700$2,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,775$3,425$4,525$0$375
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,605-3,228-4,2650-353

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

Model Year20122010
ModelMX-5 MiataRio
Body2dr Convertible4dr Sedan
Wheelbase91.7 in98.4 in
Length157.3 in167.3 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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Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Trip computer150No
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

195/55HR15 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
195/55HR15 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested115067%
Total Not Requested57533%

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