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Curt Dupriez
2022 Kia Rio GT-Line review
With its warm hatch spin, friendly pricing and mature styling, the range-topping Rio aims to be the most complete city runabout.
5 Years Ago
Overview
Variant
Go
Variant
S
Body type
Sedan
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
1.4 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.0 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
112kW / 192Nm
Power and torque
73kW / 133Nm
714km
804km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
4
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5.00 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 163
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 108
CO2 Level (Combined): 129
CO2 Level (Urban): 166
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1999
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 97.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 72.0
Engine (cc): 1368
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 84.0
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 714
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 444
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 52
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 25
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 804
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 500
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 21.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 61
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 51
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 33
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 152
Maximum Power (kW): 112
Maximum Torque (Nm): 192
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4700
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 99
Maximum Power (kW): 73
Maximum Torque (Nm): 133
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.0
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.6
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: AD
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: GB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 458
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 34.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 980
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 325
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 61.5
Front Track (mm): 1563
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1440
Overall Length (in): 181.9
Overall Length (mm): 4620
Overall Width (in): 70.9
Overall Width (mm): 1800
Rear Track (in): 61.9
Rear Track (mm): 1572
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Front Track (in): 59.8
Front Track (mm): 1518
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Overall Height (in): 57.1
Overall Height (mm): 1450
Overall Length (in): 160.0
Overall Length (mm): 4065
Overall Width (in): 67.9
Overall Width (mm): 1725
Rear Track (in): 60.0
Rear Track (mm): 1524
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Wheelbase (in): 101.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2580
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.8
Front Headroom (mm): 985
Rear Headroom (in): 37.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 947
Front Hip Room (in): 53.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1356
Rear Hip Room (in): 51.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1318
Front Leg Room (in): 42.2
Front Leg Room (mm): 1073
Rear Leg Room (in): 35.7
Rear Leg Room (mm): 906
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1427
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1405
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 987
Rear Headroom (in): 38.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 964
Front Hip Room (in): 52.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1344
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1330
Front Leg Room (in): 42.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1070
Rear Leg Room (in): 33.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 850
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1375
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1355
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
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Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 600
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1323
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1800
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3968
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1340
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2954
Tare Weight (kg): 1310
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2205
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 450
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 992
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1580
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3483
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1153
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2542
Tare Weight (kg): 1112
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
—
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Illuminated Entry System
—
Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Voice Activating System
—
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20160101
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Mpi
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20170921
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 67.8
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20241231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2017
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.4 S
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Automatic Locking: yes
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
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