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| Kia Rio | |
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| Kia | |
| aka | Kia Pride Kia Stonic |
| Production | 2001-present |
| Class | Subcompact car |
| Body Style | Sedan Hatchback |
| Length | 4,046 mm (159.3 in) (hatchback) 4,366 mm (171.9 in) (sedan) |
| Width | 1,720 mm (67.7 in) |
| Height | 1,450 mm (57.1 in) (hatchback) 1,460 mm (57.5 in) (sedan) |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm (101.2 in) |
| Weight | 1,093–1,141 kg (2,410–2,515 lb) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Engine | Petrol: 1.2 L Kappa MPi I4 1.4 L Gamma MPi I4 1.6- L Gamma GDi I4 Diesel: |
| Power | |
| Similar | Chevrolet Aveo Dodge Caliber(5) Honda Civic Honda Fit(5) Hyundai Accent Mazda 3 Nissan Versa(5) |
| Designer | Kia New "Tiger Nose" designed by Peter Schreyer |
The Kia Rio is a subcompact car manufactured by Kia since November 1999 and now in its fourth generation. Body styles have included a three and five-door hatchback and four-door sedan, equipped with inline-four gasoline and diesel engines, and front-wheel drive.
The Rio replaced the first generation Pride—a rebadged version of the Ford Festiva—and the Avella, a subcompact sold as a Ford in some markets. A second generation was introduced in 2005 in Europe and 2006 in North America, sharing its platform with the Hyundai Accent, a subcompact manufactured by its sister Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea.
Recent Changes[]
- As part of the 2010 update, the Kia Rio adopts a 'H' shaped signature grille used in Soul, Forte and Sorrento models. More higher quality materials will be used in the cabin.
Styles and Major Options[]
Styles: Base, LX, SX, Rio5 LX, and Rio5 SX
Pricing[]
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| Sedan / with Automatic | SX | Trim3 | Trim4 |
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| $13,400 / $14,500[1] | $17,500 | $Price3 | $Price4 |
| Invoice | |||
| $Price1 | $Price2 | $Price3 | $Price4 |
Gas Mileage[]
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As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
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Engine and Transmission[]
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Performance[]
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Reliability[]
RECALL: In 2004, 27,000 Rios had to be recalled to repair the fuel line fault that could result in an engine fire.[2]
When the RACV inspected the Kia Rio, many faults found were wear and tear items. Body and suspension noises are common and so too are oil leaks while the trim and fittings can become shabby over time. Yet, many examples had bad reputations being lemons particularly those who had high mileages.
Safety[]
The IIHS crash-tested a 2007 Kia Rio. Results were good for frontal impact, poor for side impact (despite standard side-curtain air bags) and marginal for rear impact.
Gallery[]
Colors[]
Exterior Colors
- Clear Silver (All models)
- Clear White (All models)
- Midnight Black (All models)
- Cashmere Beige (LX)
- Olive Grey (LX)
- Polar Blue (LX)
- Sapphire Blue (LX, SX)
- Tropical Red (LX. SX)
- Sunset Orange (SX)
Interior Colors
- Beige (LX)
- Grey
Main Competitors[]
- Nissan Micra
- Hyundai Getz
- Mitsubishi Colt
- Toyota Yaris
- Honda Fit/Jazz
- Tata Indica
- Hyundai i20
- Chevrolet Aveo
Hybrid Models[]
There will be a Kia Rio hybrid in 2009. This is significant because the Kia Rio will be the first South Korean-made hybrid car.
Unique Attributes[]
Based on popular car reviews sites, the 2006-2008 Kia Rio is one of the leading sub-compact cars in terms of fuel efficiency.
Of the cars surveyed by the RACV, the 2001-2005 Kia Rio is the cheapest light car to run on a weekly basis.
Interior[]
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Resale Values[]
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Criticisms[]
"You may have seen The Fly II, where a scientist attempts to teleport a dog. In one of the most gruesome scenes I've seen, it arrives inside-out. Well, the Rio is uglier than that. Small wonder Kia's importer in Britain is sponsoring the Pedestrian Association's Walking Bus scheme. Parents take it in turns to walk a "bus" for kids to school. After three days in the Rio, my kids thought it was a brilliant idea to walk instead. Even though their school is 30 km away and it was blowing a gale off the Canadian Tundra." Jeremy Clarkson, Top Gear
"This car has been defeated by a hill." Jeremy Clarkson, Top Gear
Generations[]
Fourth generation (2016)[]
The fourth generation Rio is also split into two different models, one being the global model (body code: YB), and the other is a specific model for Russia and China (body code: FB/UC).
Global version (YB/SC)[]
Kia presented the global fourth generation Rio at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. The new car was designed in Kia's California and Germany design centers and features longer front overhangs, a bigger hood and a more upright C-pillar. The hatchback model is 15 mm longer, 5 mm wider and 5 mm shorter in height than its predecessor. Production began by the end of 2016. In European markets, the car is only offered in hatchback form while the U.S. market will receive both hatchback and sedan forms. For the North American market, the Rio is manufactured alongside the Kia Forte at the Pesquería plant in Mexico. Unlike the previous generations, the fourth generation Rio is not sold in South Korea; instead, the Rio-based Stonic crossover takes its place.
For the North American market, the 1.6-litre Gamma GDI (gasoline direct injection) engine was replaced by the 1.6-litre Gamma 2 MPI (multiport injection) starting from 2020. The EPA fuel economy rating was significantly improved as a result while rated horsepower reduced from a peak 130 to a peak 120 hp.
For the Malaysian market, the fourth generation Rio was launched in July 2017 available with only one trim level with only the hatchback bodystyle and powered by a 1.4-litre naturally-aspirated Dual CVVT four-cylinder engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. For the 2018 update, a 6-speed transmission replaced the 4-speed transmission and 16-inch alloys replaced the previous 17-inch.
Third Generation (2011-2017)[]
Starting from the third generation, the Rio was split into two different models, one being the global model (codename: UB), and the other is a specific model for Russia and China (codename: QB).
Global version (UB)[]
The third-generation UB Kia Rio debuted on March 1, 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, again based on the Hyundai Accent.
It features 1.4-litre or 1.6-litre Hyundai GDI Gamma engines. The European market also receives the option of a 1.25-litre petrol engine, as well as a 1.4-litre or 1.1-litre CRDi Turbo Diesel Engine - the 1.1-litre engine having the lowest CO2 emissions and highest MPG of any non-electric or hybrid car currently on sale at time of writing; up to 88 mpg on the EU combined cycle (73 mpg in US gallons) and emitting only 85 grams of CO2 per kilometer. This market, however, lacks the 1.6-litre engine, with the 1.4-litre being the most powerful on offer.
Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic for the American market, with the European market receiving a 5-speed manual for the 1.25-litre Petrol engine, a 6-speed manual for the 1.4-litre petrol, 1.1-litre and 1.4-litre diesels and a 4-speed automatic for the 1.4-litre petrol "2" spec model in 5-door configuration. Intelligent stop & go is an option on almost all available trim and engine levels.
The Rio in Europe also receives a 3-door model. It is mechanically identical to the 5-door, though its longer doors give it a more sporting appearance that appeals to younger audiences. The 3-door is also noticeably cheaper than the 5-door.
In November 2011, the third generation Rio was awarded Semperit Irish Car of the Year and in December was awarded Carsguide's 2011 Car of the Year award as well, triumphing over many other vehicles including the likes of the Range Rover Evoque and the recently facelifted Ford Territory.
For the Malaysian market, the third generation Rio was launched in January 2013 available with two trim levels (EX and SX) with only the hatchback bodystyle and powered by a G4FA 1.4-litre MPI Gamma engine. The facelift version was launched in Malaysia in May 2015 and was available with only one trim level (SX). The sedan version was launched in January 2016, available with only one trim level and powered by a 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. A "X" variant of the sedan was introduced in March 2016.
Second Generation (2006–2011)[]
The first generation was replaced for 2006. The new Rio is based on a redesigned platform shared with the Hyundai Accent. The engine was upgraded to a 110 hp 1.6L DOHC 4 cylinder also shared with the Hyundai Accent. Other changes include a thorough cosmetic update, an increase in exterior size and interior volume, more standard safety features, and replacement of the Rio Cinco with a 5-door hatchback, now called Rio5 in the US. The 2006 sedan offers two trim levels while the Rio5 offers a single trim level equivalent to the better of the two sedan trim levels. New vanity features in the higher trim levels such as a leather-covered steering wheel suggest that Kia intends to move the Rio upmarket. Just as in the first generation, in Europe (including the UK), only the five-door hatchback version is offered.
For the first time, the 2006 Rio received an award from the automotive press, the "Editors' Choice Award for Most Improved New Car" from Autobytel.
In Australia, Kia offered a 1.4 litre option in 2007. It costs $14,990 AUD ($1,000 cheaper from a base model 1.6L).
First Generation/Origins (2001–2005)[]
The first-generation Rio was available as a five-door wagon in Europe and in most other markets as either a five-door wagon or a four-door sedan.
The wagon version was sold as the Rio Cinco (cinco: five in Spanish) in the USA, Rio RX-V (V: five in Roman numerals) in Canada, Rio Look in Chile, and simply Rio in the United Kingdom (as the sedan version was not offered there).
The first-generation Rio offered only one engine for each year in the USA: a 96 hp 1.5 L DOHC 4-cylinder from 2001 through 2002, then a larger version of the same engine, a 1.6 L DOHC 4-cylinder rated at 105 hp, from 2003 through 2005. All years offered a choice of a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic. An alternative of a 1.3 L SOHC 4-cylinder or a diesel engine was offered in other countries.
The USA version offered a single trim level each for the sedan and the wagon. The wagon came with standard power steering and a tachometer, which were optional on the sedan.
Safety features were basic, consisting of seat belts and airbags for the driver and front-seat passengers. ABS was available as an option for entry-line cars but fitted by default for top of the range models (i.e. Rio LX, in the UK).
Rio received a mild redesign for the 2003 model year including upgrades in engine, suspension, and brakes and other improvements with new styling outside including a different grille and headlights and inside a new instrument panel and console.
Worldwide[]
In the Korean market the Rio is sold as the Kia Pride.
Design quirks and oddities[]
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Awards[]
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See also[]
External links[]
- Official site for the US market - Kia Rio
- Official site for the US market — Kia Rio5
- Official site for UK market
- Official site for Nigeria market
2012 Five-door Kia Rio – US prices announced[]
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