Vehicle Overview
Kia’s fuel-sipping Rio subcompact car is offered in sedan and four-door hatchback body styles. It’s available with high-tech features, and competitors include the Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Accent, Chevrolet Sonic and Toyota Yaris.
New for 2015
The optional Active Eco system is now available on entry-level LX models with automatic transmission. There are no other significant changes.
Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights
- 15-inch steel wheels; 17-inch alloy wheels available
- Body-colored door handles and heated side mirrors
- Available fog lamps and LED daytime running lights
- Available power sunroof
- Available power-folding side mirrors
- Available dual exhaust tips
Interior Highlights
- Seats five
- Cloth upholstery; leather available
- 60/40-split folding backseat
- CD stereo with auxiliary and USB inputs
- Air conditioning
- Available power windows and locks
- Available Bluetooth connectivity
- Available Uvo entertainment system
- Available navigation system
- Available push-button start
- Available cruise control
- Available tilt/telescoping steering wheel
- Available heated front seats
- Available metal pedals
Under the Hood
- 138-horsepower, 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with direct injection
- Six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic with available paddle shifters
- Sport-tuned suspension (SX trim level)
- Available Eco Package includes fuel-saving stop-start technology
Safety Features
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
- Side-impact airbags for the front seats
- Side curtain airbags
- Available backup camera
