What does it cost?
For The Kia Rio feels impressively grown up for a supermini, thanks to its spacious, stylish interior. It’s good value, too.
Against Long gearing hampers flexibility and the car is nowhere near as comfortable or as agile as a Ford Fiesta.
What Car? says
The Kia Rio is a decent supermini that has value on its side. Anyone looking for a car of this type should give it a look.
What Car? readers say
4.5
There are 21 Kia Rio versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The Rio is worthy of comparison with the best cars in the supermini class. True, it’s not as fun to drive as a Fiesta, and it’s not as plush as a VW Polo, but it does impressively well on both fronts.
The Rio range has four engines to choose from, but our favourite of the ones we’ve driven so far is the 1.4-litre petrol. On the trim front, we’d recommend either 1 Air trim, which provides the basics plus air-conditioning, or 2 trim, which adds lots more luxury goodies at a reasonable price.
Reader test team says:
Kia Rio Hatchback 1.4 3 ISG 5dr
What can I say! The Wife LOVES this car, and I really like it too! Had it from new in July (nearly 7 months). Not sure why people think the Fiesta is…
5
out of 5 stars
Kia Rio Hatchback 1.4D ISG 3 5dr
I have recently purchased the new Kia Rio. I have had to wait almost 4 months for it all the way from korea, but it definately was worth the wait. I…
5
out of 5 stars
Kia Rio Hatchback 1.4 3 ISG 5dr
This is a great buy for the money. Loaded with kit, and in silver it looks great with those big machined alloys and dark rear tints. The LED running…
4
out of 5 stars
Kia Rio Hatchback 1.4 3 ISG 5dr
Definitely worth considering. While handling and road-holding are reasonable rather than exceptional, the car is extremely good looking and is well…
4
out of 5 stars
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Our pick of the range
Kia Rio Hatchback 1.25 1 Air 3dr
While this 1.25 petrol isn’t a tower of power, the Kia Rio 1.25 1 Air represents the best value for money, and the engine we’d go for. 1 Air trim gives you most of what you need, including air-con, but without costing as much as a 2 trimmed car.
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