2023 Kia Rio review
Kia Rio highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
32 city, 41 highway, 36 combined
Pricing for current inventory
From $17,998*
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All Kia Rio years
What is new for the 2023 Kia Rio?
- Satellite Radio Ready features are now available as options on select trims.
- The S trim now comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard equipment.
2023 Kia Rio trims
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- 120-hp, 112-lb-ft of torque 1.6L
- Power Mirrors
- Cloth Seats
- Traction Control
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Automatic Transmission
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Kia Rio an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Kia Rio 10th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Kia Rio is $364, compared to an average of $447 for Subcompact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Kia Rio owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.0 times per year, compared to an average of 1.0 times for Subcompact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 9% for the Kia Rio, compared to an average of 11% for Subcompact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Kia Rio features and specs
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S 2WD 4D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Heated Mirrors
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Lane Departure Warning
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.6L
Horsepower
120
Torque (ft-lbs)
112
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
11.9
Wheelbase
101.6"
Overall length
160"
Width
67.9"
Height
57.1"
Leg room
F 42.1"/R 33.5"
Head room
F 38.9"/R 38"
Front tires
P185/65TR15
Rear tires
P185/65TR15
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2023 Kia Rio FAQ
The 2023 Kia Rio is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LX: 32 MPG City and 41 MPG Highway
- S: 32 MPG City and 41 MPG Highway
The Kia Rio received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Kia Rio as 9 out of 27 among Subcompact Car
The 2023 Kia Rio has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2023 Kia Rio, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2023 Kia Rio Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2023 Kia Rio:
- Heated Mirrors
- Rear Spoiler
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
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