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Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,685

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $12,155

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,757

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $10,959

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820102010
ModelRX-8RX-8RioRio
TrimAutomaticManualLXSX
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,435 $26,435 $13,795 $14,895
Base Invoice $24,458 $24,458 $13,330 $13,990
Temporary spare tire 395 395    
Rear spoiler 360 360 300  
Value Package     600  
195/55HR15     285  
Floor mats     95 95
Temporary spare tire 320 320    
Rear spoiler 288 288 250  
Value Package     535  
195/55HR15     250  
Floor mats     72 72
Options (change) 755 755 1,280 95
Options (change) 608 608 1,107 72
Destination 650 650 695 695
Total Price $27,840 $27,840 $15,770 $15,685
Total Invoice $25,716 $25,716 $15,132 $14,757

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,625
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,476
Model Year2008200820102010
ModelRX-8RX-8RioRio
TrimAutomaticManualLXSX
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine212hp R2232hp R2110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionT6M6M5M5
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6100, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-16225/45-18195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$27,840$27,840$15,770$15,685
Adjustments for Features-905-2300-375
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,935$27,610$15,770$15,310
Cost Above Minimum$0$675$460$0
Total Invoice$25,716$25,716$15,132$14,757
Adjustments for Features-836-2120-353
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,880$25,504$15,132$14,404
Cost Above Minimum$0$624$728$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Rio

Model Year2008200820102010
ModelRX-8RX-8RioRio
TrimAutomaticManualLXSX
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100   
6-speed manual $150  
5-speed manual  $0$0
RWD$0$0  
FWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200$200
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Rear seat pass-through$100$100  
Second-row high console$250$250  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Satellite radio  $200$200
USB port  $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic-off headlights  $25$25
Fog lights   $125
Heated mirrors  $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50  
Outside temperature display$50$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Door sill trim plates$100$100  
Folding second row seats  $300$300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 $150
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Metal pedals $75 $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100   
Total Value of Features$2,050$1,375$1,145$1,520
Value of Feature Adjustments$905$230$0$375
Value of Feature Adjustments-836-2120-353

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20082010
ModelRX-8Rio
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in98.4 in
Length174.3 in167.3 in
Width69.7 in66.7 in
Height52.8 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,046 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.1 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume7.6 ft311.9 ft3

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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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