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Subaru WRX vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru WRX vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $20,355

Kia Rio EX   
Difference: $11,211

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,444

Kia Rio EX   
Difference: $10,197

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162018
ModelWRXWRXWRXRio
TrimLimitedSTISTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,395 $34,695 $39,995 $18,400
Base Invoice $28,601 $32,820 $37,750 $17,627
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165 165  
Cargo net 55 55 55  
Cargo tray 71 71 71 80
Universal garage door opener 85 85 85 350
Floor mats       130
Partial leather seating sufaces       500
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107 107  
Cargo net 36 36 36  
Cargo tray 46 46 46 67
Universal garage door opener 56 56 56 291
Floor mats       104
Partial leather seating sufaces       460
Options (change) 376 376 376 1,060
Options (change) 245 245 245 922
Destination 795 795 795 895
Total Price $31,566 $35,866 $41,166 $20,355
Total Invoice $29,641 $33,860 $38,790 $19,444

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,186
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,478
Model Year2016201620162018
ModelWRXWRXWRXRio
TrimLimitedSTISTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp H4305hp H4305hp H4130hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6440, 9?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18245/40-18185/65-15
Total Price$31,566$35,866$41,166$20,355
Adjustments for Features-5,025-5,400-7,6600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,541$30,466$33,506$20,355
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,925$6,965$0
Total Invoice$29,641$33,860$38,790$19,444
Adjustments for Features-4,719-5,098-7,2180
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,922$28,762$31,572$19,444
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,840$6,650$0

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Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Rio

Model Year2016201620162018
ModelWRXWRXWRXRio
TrimLimitedSTISTI LimitedEX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
AWD$1700$1700$1700 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
PIN Code Access  $10 
Proximity key  $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist   $25
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200
Blind spot warning system  $200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100 
Forward collision warning   $200
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75 
Pedestrian detection   $50
Rollover sensor$50$50$50 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100 
Vehicle health reports   $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275$275 
Limited-slip front differential $500$500 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25 
Front splitter spoiler$200$200$200 
Hood scoop$100$100$100 
Rear spoiler$200 $200 
Sunroof$900 $900 
Tall rear wing-type spoiler $500  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support   $100
Apple CarPlay support   $100
CD player$125$125$125 
HD radio$50$50$50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50 
Navigation map updates, three years  $0 
Navigation system  $600 
Rear seat USB outlets (optional)   $0
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25
Traffic information  $25 
Voice control for external devices   $0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75$75$75 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750 
Outside temperature display$50$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100$100 
Heated front seats$200$200$200 
Interior trim, special color   $0
Leather seating surfaces$900$900$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50 $50
Metal pedals$75$75$75 
Partial leather seating sufaces   $450
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 $100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 $100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 $100 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0   
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0 
Total Value of Features$6,400$6,775$9,035$1,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,025$5,400$7,660$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,719-5,098-7,2180

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20162018
ModelWRXRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in101.6 in
Length180.9 in172.6 in
Width70.7 in67.9 in
Height58.1 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.2,649 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in52.9 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in53.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in33.5 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft313.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Rio EX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Partial leather seating sufaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Partial leather seating sufaces450Yes
Interior trim, special color0No
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%

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