Kia Rio5 vs Kia Rio
Overview | |
Years produced2001-2023 | Years produced2005-2023 |
MSRP$16,750 | MSRP$14,200 |
Listings1035 | Listings206 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryWith the debut of its 4th-generation platform, the Kia Rio adds size and weight for a more stable presence on the road, concurrently firming up its suspension to toss a little sportiness into the mix. With quality construction, an impressive warranty, and a starting MSRP of just $13,900, it’s no wonder the Rio is Kia’s best-selling vehicle internationally. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.6L 120 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 130 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower120 hp @ 6300 rpm | Horsepower130 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City32 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway41 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 120 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 130 hp I4 |
Torque112 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque119 lb-ft @ 4850 rpm |
Horsepower120 hp @ 6300 rpm | Horsepower130 hp @ 6300 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City32 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway41 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.7 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight2767 lbs | Curb Weight2648 lbs |
Height57.1 in | Height57.1 in |
Length172.6 in | Length160.0 in |
Width67.9 in | Width67.9 in |
Wheelbase101.6 in | Wheelbase101.6 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-2023 | 2005-2023 |
MSRP | $16,750 | $14,200 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | With the debut of its 4th-generation platform, the Kia Rio adds size and weight for a more stable presence on the road, concurrently firming up its suspension to toss a little sportiness into the mix. With quality construction, an impressive warranty, and a starting MSRP of just $13,900, it’s no wonder the Rio is Kia’s best-selling vehicle internationally. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.6L 120 hp I4 | 1.6L 130 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 120 hp @ 6300 rpm | 130 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City | 32 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 41 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 120 hp I4 | 1.6L 130 hp I4 |
Torque | 112 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 119 lb-ft @ 4850 rpm |
Horsepower | 120 hp @ 6300 rpm | 130 hp @ 6300 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 32 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 41 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.7 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2767 lbs | 2648 lbs |
Height | 57.1 in | 57.1 in |
Length | 172.6 in | 160.0 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 67.9 in |
Wheelbase | 101.6 in | 101.6 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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