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Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Small
Production years: 2009, 2010, 2011

KIA Rio Hatchback 2009-2011 35 Photos
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In 2009, Kia introduced a facelifted version of its already known Rio subcompact vehicle. It was the right car at the right moment.

The 2008 world economic crisis hit hard in the automotive industry. On the other hand, Kia just stormed the market with the compact-sized cee'd hatchback and its seven-year warranty. Since most of the people wanted a reliable, trustworthy vehicle, the cee'd success was granted. In 2009, Kia introduced the facelifted version for the subcompact-sized range, the Rio.

The Rio's design was signed by the Italian institute I.DE.A., who was responsible for other success stories in the automotive industry. From the front, the Rio showed the same front fascia for the entire range. Its sharp, triangular, and curved headlights received clear lenses and a smoked interior. For the hatchback, the greenhouse line was ended abruptly behind the rear axle. The arched window line hid the thickness of the C-pillar. In the rear, the redesigned taillights featured a clear lens over the v-shaped reversing lights.

Inside, there were hardly any modifications to the dashboard. Apart from a new LCD digital clock on top of the center stack, it was hard to tell the difference. The interior space was the same, and up to five passengers were able to fit inside, but with limited room for the rear ones. Like on any hatchback, the rear bench seatback was folding.

Under the hood, Kia installed the same engines but updated in terms of European pollution regulations.

press release
KIA Rio Hatchback 2009, 2010, 2011
  2 gasoline engines
  • 1.4L 5MT (97 HP)
  • 1.6L 5MT (112 HP)
  1 diesel engine
  • 1.5L CRDi 5MT (110 HP)
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KIA Rio Hatchback Brochure

KIA Rio Hatchback
1.4L 5MT (97 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 5MT (97 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1399 cm3
Power:71.4 KW @ 6000 RPM
97 HP @ 6000 RPM
96 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:93 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM
126 Nm @ 4700 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:11.4 gallons (43.2 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:107 mph (172 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P175/70 R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 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:11.9 cuFT (337 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
Turning circle:32.2 ft (9.8 m)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2324 lbs (1054 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3483 lbs (1580 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
Highway:46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km)
Combined:39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:139 g/km

KIA Rio Hatchback
1.6L 5MT (112 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT (112 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1599 cm3
Power:82.4 KW @ 6000 RPM
112 HP @ 6000 RPM
111 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:108 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM
146 Nm @ 4500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:11.4 gallons (43.2 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:117 mph (188 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):10.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P175/70 R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 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:11.9 cuFT (337 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2324 lbs (1054 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3483 lbs (1580 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km)
Highway:46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km)
Combined:38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:145 g/km

KIA Rio Hatchback
1.5L CRDi 5MT (110 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L CRDi 5MT (110 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1493 cm3
Power:80.9 KW @ 4000 RPM
110 HP @ 4000 RPM
108 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque:173 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM
235 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:11.4 gallons (43.2 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:109 mph (175 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11.5 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P175/70 R14
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 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:11.9 cuFT (337 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
Turning circle:32.2 ft (9.8 m)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2526 lbs (1146 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3638 lbs (1650 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
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
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