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Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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

Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,495

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $2,224

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201020112011
ModelMazda3Mazda3RioRio
TrimisLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,295 $19,040 $14,995 $16,095
Base Invoice $14,341 $17,838 $14,480 $15,110
Touring Package 2,580      
Satellite radio 430 430    
Fog lights 325      
Value Package     750  
195/55VR15     300  
Floor mats     95 95
Rear spoiler     300  
Touring Package 2,406      
Satellite radio 344 344    
Fog lights 260      
Value Package     665  
195/55VR15     260  
Floor mats     72 72
Rear spoiler     250  
Options (change) 3,335 430 1,445 95
Options (change) 3,010 344 1,247 72
Destination 750 750 695 695
Total Price $19,380 $20,220 $17,135 $16,885
Total Invoice $18,101 $18,932 $16,422 $15,877

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,130
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,859
Model Year2010201020112011
ModelMazda3Mazda3RioRio
TrimisLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4167hp I4110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5M6A4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/50-17195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$19,380$20,220$17,135$16,885
Adjustments for Features0-880-300-675
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$19,380$19,340$16,835$16,210
Cost Above Minimum$40$0$625$0
Total Invoice$18,101$18,932$16,422$15,877
Adjustments for Features0-824-288-635
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$18,101$18,108$16,134$15,242
Cost Above Minimum$0$7$892$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Rio

Model Year2010201020112011
ModelMazda3Mazda3RioRio
TrimisLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0   
6-speed manual $150  
4-speed automatic  $800$800
FWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50  
Stability control$400$400  
Traction control$100$100  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25
Rear spoiler $200$200$200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25  
USB port  $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
Fog lights$125$125 $125
Heated mirrors  $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50  
Interior ambient lighting $150  
Outside temperature display$50$50  
Trip computer $150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10 $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger$10 $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150 $150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Metal pedals   $75
Total Value of Features$1,095$1,975$1,395$1,770
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$880$300$675
Value of Feature Adjustments0-824-288-635

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda3 vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20102011
ModelMazda3Rio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.9 in98.4 in
Length180.7 in167.3 in
Width69.1 in66.7 in
Height57.9 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,964 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume11.8 ft311.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 i

Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100No
Stability control400No
Air conditioning900Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Outside temperature display50No
Interior air filter0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested200068%
Total Not Requested92532%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

195/55VR15 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
195/55VR15 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 windows200Yes
Total Requested135078%
Total Not Requested37522%

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