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Updated on January 16, 2025

2023 Kia Rio S

The 2023 Kia Rio S features a 1.6L Inline-4 engine cranking out only 120 horsepower and 112 lb-ft of torque. The sedan goes from 0-60 mph in 8.6 seconds, courtesy of the CVT transmission.

2023 Kia Rio S 0-60 mph time

2022 Kia Rio S

The Kia Rio S from 2022 comes with the base 120-hp Inline-4 engine and takes 8.6 seconds for the 0-60 mph sprint.

2022 Kia Rio S 0-60 mph time

2021 Kia Rio S

The S edition of the 2021 Kia Rio also clocked 8.6 seconds for 0-60 mph acceleration and draws power from the 120-hp 4-cylinder engine. Motortrend also supports the 8.6-second timing for the sedan.

2021 Kia Rio S 0-60 mph time

2018 Kia Rio EX

The 2018 Kia Rio EX makes 130 horsepower and 119 lb-ft of torque with the Inline-4 powertrain and goes from 0-60 mph in 9.1 seconds, identical to Edmunds’ official claim.

2018 Kia Rio EX 0-60 mph time

2017 Kia Rio LX

The 2017 Kia Rio LX features a 138-hp I-4 engine which is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission and hits the 0-60 mph mark in 9.5 seconds. Meanwhile, Edmunds claims their 0-60 mph result for the 2017 Kia Rio LX to be 9.4 seconds.

2017 Kia Rio LX 0-60 mph time

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2023 Kia Rio S

NA

8.6 seconds

2022 Kia Rio S

NA

8.6 seconds

2021 Kia Rio S

8.6 seconds (MT)

8.6 seconds

2018 Kia Rio EX

9.1 seconds (Edmunds)

9.1 seconds

2017 Kia Rio LX

9.4 seconds (Edmunds)

9.5 seconds

Kia Rio

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    2022 Kia Rio

    Ranked #8

    		1.6L 4cyl Inline 4 10.5 sec-
    2012 Kia Rio

    Ranked #1

    		1.6L 4cyl Inline 4 6M8 sec-
    2013 Kia Rio

    Ranked #1

    		1.6L 4cyl Inline 4 6M8 sec-
    2014 Kia Rio

    Ranked #2

    		1.6L 4cyl Inline 4 6M8.3 sec-
    2015 Kia Rio

    Ranked #2

    		1.6L 4cyl Inline 4 6M8.3 sec-
    2017 Kia Rio

    Ranked #3

    		1.6L 4cyl Inline 4 6M8.4 sec-

    Trim Wise 0-60

    Trims
    Configuration
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    		SourceCompare

    LX

    Ranked #1

    		1.6L 4cyl FWD 10.5 sec17.8 sec

    LX

    Ranked #1

    		1.6L 4cyl FWD 1CVT10.5 sec17.8 sec

    S

    Ranked #1

    		1.6L 4cyl FWD 1CVT10.5 sec17.8 sec

    S

    Ranked #1

    		1.6L 4cyl FWD CVT10.5 sec17.8 sec

    Other Kia Cars

      Car Name
      Engine
      0-60 MPH
      Top Speed
      		SourceCompare
      		2.5L 4cyl 8A5.7 sec130 mph
      2022 Kia K5

      Ranked #2

      		1.6L 4cyl 8A7 sec128 mph
      		3.5L 6cyl 8A7.1 sec118 mph
      		3.8L 6cyl 8A7.2 sec132 mph
      		2.0L 4cyl CVT8.1 sec123 mph
      		1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A8.4 sec124 mph

      At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.