Kia Rio
The Kia Rio is a subcompact car manufactured by Kia, produced from 1999 to 2023.
Wikipedia →Specs — 2023
ClassCompact Cars
Engine1.6L · 4-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S1)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
MPG32 city · 41 hwy
Annual Fuel Cost$1,800
5-Yr vs Avg New VehicleSave $2,500
Tailpipe CO₂250 g/mi
EPA Fuel Economy Score7/10
EPA GHG Score7/10
FuelEconomy.gov estimates cover one available configuration; other trims may differ. Costs assume 15,000 miles/year, 55% city driving and source fuel prices. Five-year savings compare with an average new vehicle (gasoline operation for dual-fuel vehicles). CO₂ is tailpipe only. EPA scores run from 1–10; higher is better.
Owner Complaints — 2023
12 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 model year.
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- 5
- ENGINE
- 3
- STEERING
- 3
- POWER TRAIN
- 2
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- 2
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
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