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
2015 Kia Rio
The new Kia Rio is a small car offered in both 3D Hatchback and 5D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $15,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $22,990 for the SLI.
There are 5 variants of the Rio available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2012.
Engine options include 1.4L multi-point injection (79kW/135Nm) and 1.6L petrol direct injection (103kW/167Nm). Available with 4-speed automatic, 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2015 Rio is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$15,990 - $22,990â€
Transmission
4 or 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$15,990 - $22,990â€
Transmission
4 or 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
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
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
2015 Kia Rio
Available Variants
The Kia Rio comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S and the most expensive being SLi.
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Power to Weight
72.15 - 91.31 kW/t
60.87 kW/t
127.56 kW/t
Boot Space
288 litres
210 litres
475 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.7 - 6.3 L/100km
4.9 L/100km
8.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
683 - 754 km
627 km
898 km
Price
$15,990 - $22,990
$14,990
$39,990
Warranty (Years)
7 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,558 - 1,630 kg
1,470 kg
1,840 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
850 - 1,050 kg
800 kg
1,300 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
140 mm
117 mm
150 mm
Kia Rio
Dimensions
4,045 mm
1,720 mm
1,455 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,045 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,720 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 502 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 $15,990.
See all Kia Rio PricingThe most expensive Kia Rio is the SLi that starts from $22,990.
See all Kia Rio PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Rio is 1050 kg offered by the following variants: S and S Premium.
See all Kia Rio towing capacityThe largest Kia Rio is the S which measures 1720mm wide, 4045mm in length and sits 1455mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Rio is the Si which has 103kW of power from its 1.6L Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Kia Rio is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Rio is the Si which weighs 1630 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Rio uses Unleaded.
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