Kia Rio Sedan is a five-seat compact vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2017 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same 1.6L Inline-4 engine that produces 138 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $1,850 to $1,900, which over the course of five years will save you $1,250 in extra fuel spending. Kia Rio Sedan has received a 4-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2017 Rio Sedan has a relatively short wheelbase ( 101.2 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2494 - 2573 lbs.
2017 Rio Sedan seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - legs and head - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on shoulders and hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Rio Sedan ia a class-leader on only one measurement - head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on shoulders and hips. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 13.7 cu. ft.
Trim | 2017 Rio LX | 2017 Rio EX |
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Starging MSRP | $14,165 | $17,755 |
Engine | 1.6L Inline-4 | 1.6L Inline-4 |
HP | 138 hp | 138 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 27 MPG | 27 MPG |
Highway | 36 MPG | 36 MPG |
Combined | 31 MPG | 30 - 31 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,850 | $1,850 - $1,900 |
2017 Rio Sedan comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $1,463 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, Rio Sedan has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 30.5 mpg.
2017 Rio Sedan has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed seventeen complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Kia, which by itself is a relatively low number.