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
2005 Kia Rio
The new Kia Rio is a small car offered in 5D Hatchback, 4D Hatchback and 4D Sedan body styles. Available in Australia from $14,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the LX variant and topping out at $20,990 for the Luxury.
There are 5 variants of the Rio available in Australia.
Engine options include 1.6L multi-point injection (82kW/145Nm) and 1.4L multi-point injection (70kW/125Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2005 Rio is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$15,990 - $20,990â€
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback or Sedan
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$15,990 - $20,990â€
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback or Sedan
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
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2005 Kia Rio
Available Variants
The Kia Rio comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Sports.
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Power to Weight
56.41 - 69.43 kW/t
56.41 kW/t
79.02 kW/t
Boot Space
270 - 390 litres
213 litres
390 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.7 - 7 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
7.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
662 - 672 km
662 km
672 km
Price
$14,990 - $20,990
$14,990
$24,790
Warranty (Years)
3 - 5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km - Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
700 - 1,000 kg
700 kg
1,050 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
155 mm
155 mm
Kia Rio
Dimensions
3,990 mm
1,695 mm
1,470 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,990 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,695 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,100 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 LX that starts from $14,990.
See all Kia Rio PricingThe most expensive Kia Rio is the Sports that starts from $20,990.
See all Kia Rio PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Rio is 1000 kg offered by the following variants: LX, Base, EX, Luxury and Sports.
See all Kia Rio towing capacityThe largest Kia Rio is the Base which measures 1695mm wide, 4240mm in length and sits 1470mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Rio is the Base which has 82kW of power from its 1.6L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Kia Rio is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Rio is the Base which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Rio uses Unleaded.
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