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Several reports citing insider sources hint that the third generation Kia Rio will get a mid-cycle facelift next month at the Paris Motor Show. If this info is accurate, then the US-spec model is going to receive it sometime next year, probably before summer's end.
Though photo evidence of the mid-cycle refresh isn't available at the present moment, insider reports are hinting towards minor aesthetic and tech upgrades. The visual makeover starts with the botox needle revamping the front bumper and the design of the fog lights, while an updated "tiger-nose" grille will give the Euro-spec Kia Rio facelift a younger look.
The South Korean subcompact will also benefit from a slightly modernized rear bumper, as well as three new alloy wheel options measuring between 15 and 17 inches in diameter. As for other exterior updates, voices in the industry point toward two new hues, coming in the form of Urban Blue and Digital Yellow.
In terms of interior design, there's a high probability for chrome bits and bobs to be added to the mix, as well as a redesigned dashboard and a new generation audio system. Speaking of techy stuff, a 7-inch touchscreen AVN (audio-video navigation) system and DAB radio are highlights we anticipate to get on the facelifted Rio. Mechanically there's nothing much to expect from the updated Rio.
Therefore, Kia will probably make the current range of engines that bit more frugal and eco-friendly, with outputs ranging from 75 to 109 ponies depending on the engine. Mated in standard to a five or six-speed manual and with a four-speed auto available as an optional extra, every engine of the four-mill lineup is expected to improve on fuel economy and CO2 emissions thanks to an optional start/stop system.
The South Korean subcompact will also benefit from a slightly modernized rear bumper, as well as three new alloy wheel options measuring between 15 and 17 inches in diameter. As for other exterior updates, voices in the industry point toward two new hues, coming in the form of Urban Blue and Digital Yellow.
In terms of interior design, there's a high probability for chrome bits and bobs to be added to the mix, as well as a redesigned dashboard and a new generation audio system. Speaking of techy stuff, a 7-inch touchscreen AVN (audio-video navigation) system and DAB radio are highlights we anticipate to get on the facelifted Rio. Mechanically there's nothing much to expect from the updated Rio.
Therefore, Kia will probably make the current range of engines that bit more frugal and eco-friendly, with outputs ranging from 75 to 109 ponies depending on the engine. Mated in standard to a five or six-speed manual and with a four-speed auto available as an optional extra, every engine of the four-mill lineup is expected to improve on fuel economy and CO2 emissions thanks to an optional start/stop system.
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