Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Small
Production years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Kia grew in the U.S. market with the introduction of the first generation Kia Rio in 2000. While it was a low-cost car, it managed to offer great reliability for an attractive price.
In 2006, Kia raised the bar with the Kia Rio hatchback and even got the “Most Improved New Vehicle for 2006” awarded by Autobytel.
Why? Because the new Kia Rio offered class-leading power and interior room, as well as enhanced safety with six standard airbags, including full-length side-curtain airbags.
The improved interior volume was achieved with the longer wheelbase and the width and height increase.
Aesthetically, the small Rio had an European exterior design that inspired sportiness with a bold appearance.
Inside, the new Rio was fitted with improved quality materials. Besides the cloth upholstery that incorporated a sporty-looking mesh fabric, the cabin was fitted with an 8-way adjustable driver’s seat and a central armrest to enhance comfort.
The numerous storage space available inside the cabin added to the practicality of the Rio, as well as the dual 12V power outlets and a shopping bag hook placed on the back of the front passenger seat.
The new Kia Rio hatchback offered more standard power than any vehicles in its class, with the new 1.6-liter DOHC engine that produced 110 hp and 107 lb.-ft of torque. Fuel consumption was also improved by 20%.
For 2006, the hatchback in the SX trim level offered air conditioning, 15-inch alloy wheels, power steering with tilt, fog lights, a rear spoiler, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, metal grain interior trim and metal pedals.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 16V 5MT (97 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1399 cm3 |
Power: | 71 KW @ 6000 RPM 97 HP @ 6000 RPM 95 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 93 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM 126 Nm @ 4700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.1 in (3990 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 57.9 in (1471 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/57.5 in (1,471/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 98.4 in (2499 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.5 cuFT (269 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2378.78 lbs (1079 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 147 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 16V 5MT (112 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1599 cm3 |
Power: | 82 KW @ 6000 RPM 112 HP @ 6000 RPM 110 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 108 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 146 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 116.8 mph (188 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/55R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.1 in (3990 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 57.9 in (1471 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/57.5 in (1,471/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 98.4 in (2499 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.5 cuFT (269 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2378.78 lbs (1079 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 43.5 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 153 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L CRDi 5MT (110 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1493 cm3 |
Power: | 81 KW @ 4000 RPM 110 HP @ 4000 RPM 109 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 173 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 235 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 157.1 in (3990 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 57.9 in (1471 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/57.5 in (1,471/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 98.4 in (2499 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.5 cuFT (269 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2526.5 lbs (1146 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3637.6 lbs (1650 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 57.4 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 121 g/km |