KIA RIO
2001–2023 · 135 trims available
At a Glance
RIO OVERVIEW
Year Range
2001–2023
Total Configurations
135
Best MyCar Score
75.6 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$8,895–$20,905
Trim Levels
2023 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2023 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING RIO TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | Sedan | 27 | 104 | $10,468 | 74 |
| Cinco | Wagon | 25 | 102 | $11,610 | 73 |
| Rio5 LX | Wagon | 30 | 110 | $13,812 | 74 |
| LX | Sedan | 31 | 125 | $14,418 | 74 |
| Rio5 SX | Wagon | 30 | 110 | $14,597 | 73 |
| LX | Hatchback | 31 | 137 | $14,654 | 74 |
| Rio5 LX | Hatchback | 30 | 110 | $15,095 | 73 |
| SX | Sedan | 30 | 120 | $15,968 | 73 |
| Rio5 SX | Hatchback | 30 | 110 | $16,395 | 73 |
| S | Sedan | 35 | 123 | $16,658 | 73 |
| S | Hatchback | 35 | 123 | $16,958 | 73 |
| EX | Sedan | 31 | 137 | $17,214 | 72 |
| EX | Hatchback | 31 | 137 | $17,414 | 72 |
| SX | Hatchback | 31 | 138 | $18,813 | 71 |
| LX, S | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A RIO
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8,895 | $20,905 |
| MPG (combined) | 24 combined | 36 combined |
| Horsepower | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Body Types | Hatchback | Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2009
Average MyCar Score: 74 · 0 avg recalls
Years to Watch
None flagged
All years score above average. Strong reliability across the board.
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