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my daughter brought a kia rio in 2015. come to find out it did not have a spare tire or a tire jack. is this right
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2015 Kia Rio Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Let’s say you live in the big city and you have the consequent parking and traffic hassles. Before giving up on a car altogether, check out the 2015 Kia Rio subcompact sedan. This little gem of a family or commuter car might save you from those long bike rides back to the apartment in rain, snow, sleet and sub-zero temps, not to mention exorbitant subway fares. And with seating for 5, the family, friends or colleagues will suddenly look at you with new-found appreciation as 13.7 cubic feet of trunk space allows a little more toting capacity than a bike basket or that pair of overburdened hands. Should considerably more cargo-packing capability be needed, the 5-door Rio5 hatchback is the subject of a whole other overview.
Anyhow, the 2015 Rio sedan lineup again offers the choice of 3 trims, the base LX, the midlevel EX and the sporty, top-shelf SX, all of which come only in front-wheel drive (FWD), and it’s a given that ride comfort and handling are, at least in the 2 lower trims, not as sophisticated as most of the competition’s, like Ford’s Fiesta or Chevy’s Sonic. But, then, if it’s bang-for-the-buck value you crave, the Rio definitely has you covered, with a base MSRP that’s considerably lower than those others.
Only a few changes are apparent in the 2015 Rio lineup, among the more notable of which is the addition of power windows and door locks, as well as keyless entry and ignition as standard equipment in the base LX trim. A new exterior paint color is also slated to be introduced with the 2015 Rio stable.
Again, only one engine, a 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder that puts out 138 hp, is available to the 2015 Rio lineup. In the base LX, a 6-speed manual transmission is standard, while a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission is optional in the LX and standard in the EX and SX iterations. Said transmissions, by the way, manage some 123 lb-ft of torque and boast mileage numbers of 27 mpg city/37 highway. Additionally, automatic adjustment of throttle, transmission and air-conditioning functions, known in Kiaville as the Eco system, is now standard on all trims, while the EX remains eligible for the available Eco Package with auto engine stop/start technology that shuts the engine down at a stop and then starts it again when you take your foot off the brake. This nifty package, incidentally, comes standard in the SX trim and boosts city (and combined) mileage figures by 1 mpg.
Appearance features in the LX and EX, meantime, include 15-inch steel wheels and heated power-adjustable mirrors, while the SX throws in standard 17-inch alloy wheels.
Inside, the LX now boasts that new-for-2015 keyless entry and ignition, as well as full power accessories, while cloth upholstery, not to mention tilt-wheel steering, air conditioning and a single-CD player with 4 speakers, satellite radio and a USB port, all return as standard equipment aboard this base trim.
Stepping up to the midlevel Rio EX, look for additional standard bling like cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering, premium cloth upholstery and Bluetooth hands-free calling.
Finally, the flagship SX offers, besides a sport-tuned suspension, such standard add-ons as leather cabin accents, a rear-view camera, a small touchscreen infotainment interface and Bluetooth streaming audio.
Of course, many of the standard goodies adorning the higher trims are available to lower trims as options, while all trims can be delivered with an optional auto-dimming rear-view mirror. And don’t worry, the SX returns eligible for the available Premium Package, boasting a power sunroof, heated front seats, leather upholstery, a navigation system and a larger touchscreen.
Safety-wise, each Rio variation once again offers standard 4-wheel antilock braking (ABS), traction and stability control, front side-mounted airbags, and front and rear head airbags. Additionally, the SX packs standard front fog/driving lights, as well as LED running lights and taillights.
User reviews for 2015 Kia Rio
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by Anonymous
Dec 17, 2022
The car is excellent! Absolutely love all the features! Dec 17, 2022
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My ex boyfriend stole my key I don't have the money to replace it , my friend gave me a push start but when I installed it everything on the dash lights up but it won't crank. Put a test light on it and I have power going to my battery and altanator just not my starter. Does anyone have and useful info?
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2015 Kia Rio Pricing
Original MSRP
$13,900 to $18,090Price range
$7,009 to $7,236Average price on CG
$7,009YoY price change
$7,236 to $7,009Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 10.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low oil level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 10.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · Pandora internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Material: carpet · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: UVO · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low oil level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent