William Stopford
Every car and SUV discontinued in Australia in 2023
Escape, Rio, CX-9, Passat... Some nameplates that have been around for a long, long time in Australia have been axed this year, along with some newer nameplates.
2 Years Ago
2023 Kia Rio
The new Kia Rio is a small car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $19,690 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $25,590 for the Gt-line.
There are 3 variants of the Rio available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2023.
Engine options include 1.4L multi-point injection (73kW/133Nm) and 1.0L turbo petrol direct injection (73kW/172Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic or 7-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2023 Rio is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$19,690 - $25,590â€
Transmission
6-speed auto, 6-speed manual, or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$19,690 - $25,590â€
Transmission
6-speed auto, 6-speed manual, or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
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Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2023 Kia Rio
Available Variants
The Kia Rio comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S and the most expensive being Gt-Line.
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Power to Weight
60.99 - 63.31 kW/t
60.99 kW/t
156.25 kW/t
Boot Space
325 litres
141 litres
440 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.6 - 6 L/100km
3.3 L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
750 - 804 km
607 km
1,091 km
Price
$19,690 - $25,590
$17,990
$56,390
Warranty (Years)
7 years
5 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
250,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,580 - 1,650 kg
1,365 kg
1,685 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
800 - 1,110 kg
200 kg
1,110 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
140 mm
120 mm
158 mm
Kia Rio
Dimensions
4,065 mm
1,725 mm
1,450 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,065 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,725 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,200 mm |
| Load Capacity | 427 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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News
William Stopford
Every car and SUV discontinued in Australia in 2023
Escape, Rio, CX-9, Passat... Some nameplates that have been around for a long, long time in Australia have been axed this year, along with some newer nameplates.
2 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Next-gen Kia Rio teased, reveal date set
Kia is set to reveal the bolder-looking, next-generation Rio on August 9. It's unclear if it will adopt the K3 name locally.
2 Years Ago
Jack Quick
The Rio is dead, but Kia Australia won't go SUV-only
Kia Australia says the small passenger segment formed the foundation of its growth, despite confirming it'll imminently axe the Rio.
3 Years Ago
Kia Rio
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Rio is the S that starts from $19,690.
See all Kia Rio PricingThe most expensive Kia Rio is the Gt-Line that starts from $25,590.
See all Kia Rio PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Rio is offered by the Gt-Line which can tow 1110 kg
See all Kia Rio towing capacityThe largest Kia Rio is the Gt-Line which measures 1725mm wide, 4070mm in length and sits 1450mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Rio is the Gt-Line which has 73kW of power from its 1.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Kia Rio is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Rio is the Gt-Line which weighs 1650 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Rio uses Unleaded.
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