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2015 Kia Rio

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Rating7.5

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Subcompact Sedan
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$13,990 - $18,290
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Able engine with relatively quick acceleration

Rivals offer much immersive ride

No major changes

Sleek and appealing design

Roomy interiors

Ample set of standard features

Specs & Features

$15,190

price

138 hp @ 6300 rpm

horsepower

123 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

1.6L 4cyl FWD 6A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Kia Rio Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the subcompact sedan class. With four trims on offer, the 2015 Kia Rio Sedan has a base MSRP of $13,990 competing directly with the Hyundai Accent, the Nissan Versa, and the Ford Fiesta. Only a 1.6L Inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. A 6-speed automatic transmission is optional. Together, they produce 138 horsepower and 123 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 9.4 seconds, the Kia Rio Sedan maintains a combined fuel economy of 31 MPG. Kia offers the Rio Sedan in more than 5 stunning colors, with the Signal Red being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

Get the top-of-the-line SX model for the best features. This variant is equipped with a rearview camera, heated front seats, a touch screen, and Kia's latest UVO infotainment system.

Trims

    LX
    $13,990 onwards
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Manual front air conditioning
    • Remote anti-theft alarm system
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    EX
    $16,990 onwards
    • Premium cloth Seat trim
    SX
    $18,090 onwards
    • 17-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Front Fog/driving lights

Compare to similar cars

7.5
2015 Kia Rio

Price

$13,990- $18,290

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.53

Horsepower

138 hp @ 6300 rpm

Torque

123 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

8.23

145 hp @ 6500 rpm

130 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

5

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6.9
2015 Hyundai Accent

$14,745- $17,495

Gasoline

6.91

138 hp @ 6300 rpm

123 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

5

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6.9
2015 Nissan Versa

$11,990- $17,590

Gasoline

6.93

109 hp @ 6000 rpm

107 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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2015 Kia Rio vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    2015 Kia Rio

    Ranked #1

    		8.3 sec16.7 sec-
    		8.5 sec--
    		8.6 sec--
    		9.7 sec17.3 sec117 mph
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    2015 Kia Rio vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      2015 Kia Rio

      Ranked #1

      		27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg11.4 gal.307.8/421.8 mi.
      		27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg12.8 gal.345.6/473.6 mi.
      		26 mpg38 mpg31 mpg11.4 gal.307.8/433.2 mi.
      		26 mpg36 mpg30 mpg10.8 gal.291.6/388.8 mi.

      2015 Kia Rio vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        2015 Kia Rio

        Ranked #5

        		171.9 in.67.7 in.57.3 in.5.5 in.101.2 in.
        		179.1 in.69.9 in.56.3 in.5.3 in.106.3 in.
        		175.4 in.66.7 in.59.6 in.7 in.102.4 in.

        2015 Chevrolet Sonic

        Ranked #3

        		173.1 in.68.3 in.59.7 in.5 in.99.4 in.
        		172 in.66.9 in.57.1 in.5.5 in.101.2 in.

        2015 Kia Rio vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          2015 Kia Rio

          Ranked #1

          		13.7 cu.ft.88.4 cu.ft.147.4 cu.ft.
          		14.9 cu.ft.90.2 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.
          		14.8 cu.ft.95.6 cu.ft.73 cu.ft.
          		13.7 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.

          2015 Kia Rio vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            2015 Kia Rio

            Ranked #1

            		147.4 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.147.4 cu.ft.-
            		131.6 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.79 ft.
            		13.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.-
            		73 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.73 cu.ft.-

            2015 Kia Rio vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              2015 Kia Rio

              Ranked #1

              		-2494 lbs.
              		1058 lbs.2773 lbs.
              		1069 lbs.2480 lbs.
              		1026 lbs.2363 lbs.

              2015 Kia Rio Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              1

              Recalls

              2

              Investigations

              52

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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              Horsepower : 138 hp @ 6300 rpm

              MPG Combined : 31 mpg

              0-60 : 8.3 sec

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