Kia Rio 2022

Kia Rio 2022

FROM
$15,620

The 2022 Kia Rio range of configurations is currently priced from $16,990.

Our most recent review of the 2022 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 S Manual is a fun-to-drive little car with a big practicality and multimedia offering in a segment rapidly heading towards extinction.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Tom White liked most about this particular version of the Kia Rio: Ace multimedia, Affordability, Big interior

The 2022 Kia Rio carries a braked towing capacity of up to 900 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

6.0L/100km (combined)
Hatchback
6 Speed Automatic
Unleaded Petrol
Overview
Likes
Ace multimedia
Affordability
Big interior
Dislikes
Uninspiring drivetrain
Lacks active safety features
Hard, noisy ride

Kia Rio 2022 Pricing & Specs

The Kia Rio 2022 prices range from $15,620 for the basic trim level Hatchback S to $25,960 for the top of the range Hatchback GT-Line.

$21,550
Based on 83 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months.
LOWEST PRICE
$16,990
HIGHEST PRICE
$25,999
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Kia Rio 2022 FAQs

What would be your recommendation when buying a small new car for teenage children learning to drive?

The popular MG3 is the model you’re referring to and you’re right; it hasn’t been locally crash-tested. But it does lack some important safety gear. Enough, we reckon, to knock it off your short-list. The MG lacks, for instance, important driver aids such as autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assistance, nor can these features be had by spending more on a fancier version.

Which leaves us with your other two choices, the Hyundai i30 and Kia Rio. Even then, you’ll need to option up beyond the base-model to get (some of) those safety features, but these are not expensive cars to begin with, so the jump might not be as bad as you think.

The other car to consider would be the SP Pure version of the Mazda 2. At $23,690, it’s not over-priced but it does have low-speed (up to 30km/h) autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-departure warning as well as rear cross-traffic alert.

And a manual transmission? The MG 3 no longer offers one, both the Hyundai i30 and the Kia Rio are available with a six-speed manual option. The Mazda 2 Pure SP is automatic only, but you can get a six-speed manual on the base-model Mazda 2.

I agree that youngsters taught to drive a manual car tend to be better drivers, but that’s not a universally held view these days. And the fact is that most young drivers will never be presented with a clutch pedal in the future, raising the question of why learn in the first place? The reality is that learning to drive a manual car gives you extra mechanical awareness and extra ability to multi-task behind the wheel.

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Kia Rio 2022 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2022 Kia Rio is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Kia Rio currently offers fuel consumption from 5.6L/100km.

Kia Rio 2022 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2022 Kia Rio will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
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Kia Rio 2022 Towing Capacity

The 2022 Kia Rio has maximum towing capacity of 900kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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