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The 2019 Kia Rio range of configurations is currently priced from $12,888.
Our most recent review of the 2019 Kia Rio resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.
Carsguide Deputy News Editor Tom White had this to say at the time: The Rio is a well-designed and spacious hatch with excellent multimedia and a classy cabin.
You can read the full review here.
This is what Tom White liked most about this particular version of the Kia Rio: Great design and looks, Awesome multimedia, GT-Line is good fun
The 2019 Kia Rio carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1100 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Kia Rio 2019 prices range from $9,020 for the basic trim level Hatchback S to $20,350 for the top of the range Hatchback GT-Line.
Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to |
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Sport
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Body Type: Hatchback | Specs: 1.4L ULP 6 SP MAN | Price From: $9,790 |
Price To:
$18,150
|
GT-Line
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Body Type: Hatchback | Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO | Price From: $15,840 |
Price To:
$20,900
|
S
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Body Type: Hatchback | Specs: 1.4L ULP 4 SP AUTO | Price From: $9,020 |
Price To:
$17,270
|
The Kia Rio only requires 91RON unleaded. The engine is tuned for that octane rating, so you won’t gain anything, apart from more space in your wallet, by switching to 95 or 98RON fuel. Despite every premium petrol marketing campaign suggesting otherwise, running on more expensive fuel won’t gain you any performance or greater fuel economy, so stick with 91.
You’re possibly trying to downshift at a speed that’s higher than it was designed to do. Try downshifting at a lower engine speed.
Most small hatchbacks have similar width footwells, so I would suggest you try the most popular ones, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai i30, Kia Rio etc. to find the one that’s best for you.
The Kia Rio may well represent motoring on a budget, but its interior isn't a drab affair. As these images show, its plain dashboard is punctuated by a floating touchscreen multimedia system, while the centre stack below is simple but effective. Predictably, hard plastic trim abounds, while the leather found in certain variants looks and feels artificial.
Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
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GT-Line
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Body Type: Hatchback | Height x Width x Length: 1450x1725x4070 mm |
Ground Clearance:
140 mm
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S
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Body Type: Hatchback | Height x Width x Length: 1450x1725x4065 mm |
Ground Clearance:
140 mm
|
Sport
|
Body Type: Hatchback | Height x Width x Length: 1450x1725x4065 mm |
Ground Clearance:
140 mm
|
Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Rim |
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S
|
Body Type: Hatchback | Front Tyre Size: 185x65 R15 | Front Rim: 6.0x15 in |
Rear Rim:
6.0x15 in
|
Sport
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Body Type: Hatchback | Front Tyre Size: 205x45 R17 | Front Rim: 6.5x17 in |
Rear Rim:
6.5x17 in
|
GT-Line
|
Body Type: Hatchback | Front Tyre Size: 205x45 R17 | Front Rim: 6.5x17 in |
Rear Rim:
6.5x17 in
|
Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity |
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S
|
Body Type: Hatchback | Specs: 1.4L ULP 4 SP AUTO |
Braked Capacity:
800kg
|
Sport
|
Body Type: Hatchback | Specs: 1.4L ULP 6 SP MAN |
Braked Capacity:
1000kg
|
GT-Line
|
Body Type: Hatchback | Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO |
Braked Capacity:
1100kg
|
The following Kia Rio is available with five seats. The S and Sport variants both come with Woven Tricot Cloth seat trim, with Black Premium seat trim reserved for the GT-Line.