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

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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

Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $11,530

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $10,401

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011201120112011
ModelRX-8RX-8RX-8RioRio
TrimSportGrand TouringR3LXSX
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,795 $32,260 $32,290 $14,995 $16,095
Base Invoice $24,819 $29,878 $29,904 $14,480 $15,110
Temporary spare tire 395 395 395    
Satellite radio 430   430    
Value Package       750  
195/55VR15       300  
Floor mats       95 95
Rear spoiler       300  
Temporary spare tire 320 320 320    
Satellite radio 344   344    
Value Package       665  
195/55VR15       260  
Floor mats       72 72
Rear spoiler       250  
Options (change) 825 395 825 1,445 95
Options (change) 664 320 664 1,247 72
Destination 795 795 795 695 695
Total Price $28,415 $33,450 $33,910 $17,135 $16,885
Total Invoice $26,278 $30,993 $31,363 $16,422 $15,877

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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: $11,935
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,836
Model Year20112011201120112011
ModelRX-8RX-8RX-8RioRio
TrimSportGrand TouringR3LXSX
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine232hp R2232hp R2232hp R2110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6A4A4
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6300, 9300, 9?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18225/40-19195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$28,415$33,450$33,910$17,135$16,885
Adjustments for Features0-5,325-3,125-320-695
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,415$28,125$30,785$16,815$16,190
Cost Above Minimum$290$0$2,660$625$0
Total Invoice$26,278$30,993$31,363$16,422$15,877
Adjustments for Features0-4,934-2,890-307-654
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,278$26,059$28,473$16,115$15,223
Cost Above Minimum$219$0$2,414$892$0

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Features Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20112011201120112011
ModelRX-8RX-8RX-8RioRio
TrimSportGrand TouringR3LXSX
Body4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150  
4-speed automatic   $800$800
RWD$0$0$0  
FWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Proximity key $250$250  
Universal garage door opener $100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Stability control $400$400  
Traction control $100$100  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25  
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100  
Second-row high console$250$250$250  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200   
Interior air filter$0$0$0  
Rain-sensing wipers $175   
Variable intermittent wipers$75 $75$75$75
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300$300  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0  
Bodyside moldings   $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 $25
Larger rear spoiler  $200  
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200$200
Sunroof $900   
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100$100$100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325  
CD player$125  $125$125
MP3-compatible player $50$50$50$50
Surround sound $250$250  
USB port   $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150  
Automatic headlights $125   
Automatic-off headlights   $25$25
Fog lights $125$125 $125
Heated mirrors $25 $25$25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50$50  
Outside temperature display$50$50$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Visor mirror, driver   $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger   $10$10
Xenon HID headlights $500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50  
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Heated front seats $200   
Leather seating surfaces $900$900  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 $50$50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Memory system, driver seat $200   
Metal pedals$75$75$75 $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100   
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100   
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100   
Power recliner, driver seat $100   
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0  
Total Value of Features$1,825$7,150$4,950$2,145$2,520
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,325$3,125$320$695
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,934-2,890-307-654

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda RX-8 vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20112011
ModelRX-8Rio
Body4dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.4 in98.4 in
Length175.6 in167.3 in
Width69.7 in66.7 in
Height52.8 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,065 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

195/55VR15 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 mirrors25Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200No
Total Requested117568%
Total Not Requested55032%

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