The five-door hatchback's more winning than the four-door sedan, for sure, but both have sworn off the benign, bubbly shape of the prior car for a sculpted, neatly detailed look that wears Kia's signature grille with economy-car flair. Great value for the price. The only thing that I wish was standard on the basic model would be the Bluetooth feature. Driveline Specifications Engine Type 1. Advanced Platform The 2013 Rio platform is defined by an aggressive stance achieved through an overall length of 171.
Advanced Platform The 2013 Rio platform is defined by an aggressive stance achieved through an overall length of 171. It has corner-carving agility, sharp steering, good ride comfort, and slightly better fuel economy than the Kia. The Kia Rio's performance envelope doesn't stretch too far in the direction its Euro-themed shapes might suggest, but it's no longer a sluggish or listless performer. I've been driving my Kia Rio5 for about a month. Finally, the 2013 Civic Si model leaps out of the page, thanks to its 2. How Safe Is the Rio? The Rio's lightweight structure uses more high-strength steel, while the suspension--MacPherson struts in front, with a stabilizer bar and a torsion-beam setup in back--is configured for a good combination of nimble around-town handling and good passenger comfort. In addition to being one of the lowest-priced cars in the U.
The Fiesta, meanwhile, gets kudos for its tight steering and sharp lines, but the back seat is cramped and its sluggish PowerShift automatic transmission is at odds with its sporty character. Hatchbacks get a rear spoiler standard, as well as 15-inch wheels; tilt steering; steering-wheel audio controls; and split-folding rear seats. The back seat is more confined than in the Fit, with no adult-sized knee or head room to spare; its Accent cousin does a better job of providing space for four, and in luggage room too, where the Rio's nicely squared-off cargo hold nonetheless leaves the right kind of space for roll-on bags and Costco boxes. A rearview camera is an option, as is Bluetooth. I switched over to the Kia Rio in August 2013 as the Fiesta felt like a rough ride a little and I was having the brakes and rotors looked at. Compared with the former Rio, the new car rides and handles in an entirely different class.
All models have Kia's five-year, 60,000-mile warranty. It is economic, stylish and sexy with heaps of features. The engine also features direct injection, an uncommon technology in this class. The Rio definitely has the tools to take the battle to its rivals. Regardless of trim, motivation for the 2013 Kia Rio comes from a 138-horsepower, 1.
My favourite features are the bluetooth streaming music from my phone and the heated seats in the cold Canadian winters. I rent and test drive the Kia Rio. With front bucket seats and three seat belts in back, the Rio theoretically has room for five people. See you all soon - my son needs a car for school!!! The Rio sedan drops the wedge line only slightly between the rear door and the trunk to differentiate it from the hatchback profile. Overall, there's no significant difference in passenger room between the Rio sedan and hatchback models. The 2013 Kia Rio draws its design inspiration from Europe, not Korea. Overall, I am very pleased with the new mini Kia Rio5.
I was very impressed on how the car cooled up so fast. All-new last year, these award-winning subcompacts have played a vital role in achieving Kia's record sales and market-share growth since the launch of the Soul in 2009. That's a relatively recent development, recent since the arrival of a new design director to the South Korean automaker. By the numbers, the Rio sports a 101. The biggest asset the Rio has is its price tag. The Rio stacks up against other subcompacts by carving a niche in the very middle of the segment.
The Rio's back seat is more confined than in the Fit, with no adult-sized knee or head room to spare; its Accent cousin does a better job of providing space for four. All models have Kia's five-year, 60,000-mile limited warranty. Good fuel economy and decent power are probably two of the central points that will ring relevant to those cross-shopping the Rio against any of the competition. Information about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle line-up is available at its website —. Conceived at Kia's design studios in Irvine, California, the all-new Rio sub-compact sedan and hatchback exhibit highly sculpted sloping shoulder lines and wedge-shaped exteriors, projecting an athletic profile that conveys power and agility.
Folding the rear seats down in the hatchback creates nearly 50 cubic feet of cargo volume. The Rio's front seats have good, long bottom cushions and great, long seat travel, putting a good foot forward for solo drivers or pairs of adults. Granted, it is still attached to and you can trace nearly every Kia model back to Hyundai roots; it simply has a little more design freedom these days. Biggest complaint is that a long 5+ hour drive will hurt your rear, and that the passenger seat is pretty low sitting compared to the driver. The Kia Rio's performance envelope doesn't stretch too far in the direction its Euro-themed shapes might suggest, but it's no longer a sluggish or listless performer. About Kia Motors America Kia Motors America is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. My favourite features are the bluetooth streaming music from my phone and the heated seats in the cold Canadian winters.
The steering loads up on weight quickly, with the usual electric-steering lack of feedback. I would recommend this car to anyone. Subscription link for our Channel: Thanks for watching and stay tuned!!! I've had my car for 2 years now and I absolutely love it! Additional benefits like towing and roadside assistance may be available, so read the page carefully. The usual dual front, side, and curtain airbags are standard, as are anti-lock brakes and stability control, as well as hill-start assist. The automatic transmission in four different Rios we've driven has been the same--it has no performance shift modes or paddle controls, just well-spaced gears and smooth, quick shifts to make the most of the available torque and to help turn in excellent fuel economy. To see what's new for 2013, click , or check out a of the two model years.