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2011 Kia Rio Sedan

The Kia Rio is a sub-compact economy car,a stablemate of the Hyundai Accent and a competitor to ?first cars? such as the Honda Fit,Nissan Versa,and Ford Fiesta. The Rio is available as a sedan or as a 4-door hatchback. The 2011 model is mainly a carryover from the previous year.

The sedan version of the 2011 Kia Rio is available in three trim levels: base,LX,and SX. The base Rio is equipped with 14-inch wheels,4-speaker sound system with satellite radio,power mirrors,and a rear defroster. The Rio LX trim adds air conditioning,power steering,and rear seatbacks that split 60/40. The Rio SX steps up to 16-inch alloy wheels and higher-grade cloth upholstery. The SX also adds fog lights,a rear spoiler,and interior trim details. All Rio sedans provide an 11.9-cubic-foot trunk,according to Kia. The hatchback model,called the Rio5,is available only in the LX and SX trims,and features 49.6 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded down.

The sole power plant,for both the 2011 Kia Rio and the Rio5,is a 110-horsepower,1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine that delivers 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway with the standard 5-speed manual transmission,according to the EPA. A 4-speed automatic transmission is standard on the LX and SX trims; fuel efficiency is comparable with the automatic transmission.

Standard safety features on the 2011 Kia Rio and Rio5 include side-impact air-bags and side curtain air bags. On the LX and SX trims,anti-lock brakes are standard. In government crash tests,the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the Rio 4 (out of 5) stars for driver protection in frontal-impact tests,and 5 stars for front-passenger protection. The Rio earned 4 stars for front-seat occupants,and 3 stars for rear-seat passengers,in side-impact crash tests.

Starting MSRP for the 2011 Kia Rio was $12,295.

Features

  • Tilt steering wheel
  • AM/FM radio
  • Basic warranty 60 months/60,000miles
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Options

  • Body Kit
  • Carpeted Floor Mats
  • Front Mask
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Tech Specs

  • Engine displacement 1.6 L
  • Engine liters 1.6
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Fuel Economy

City MPG:
27.0
 
Hwy MPG:
34.0

Actual rating will vary with options, driving conditions, habits and vehicle condition.

Convenience Features
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Driver vanity mirror
  • Passenger vanity mirror
  • Front beverage holders
  • Overhead console
  • Driver door bin
  • Passenger door bin
  • Rear door bins
Entertainment Features
  • AM/FM radio
  • CD player
  • MP3 decoder
  • Speakers 4
Warranty
  • Basic warranty 60 months/60,000miles
  • Powertrain warranty 120 months/100,000miles
  • Corrosion perforation warranty 60 months/100,000miles
  • Roadside assistance coverage 60 months/60,000miles
Seats and Trim
  • Max seating capacity 5
  • Front seats bucket
  • Rear seats bench
Body Exterior
  • Number of doors 4
  • Door mirrors body-color
  • Bumpers body-color
  • Bodyside moldings
Safety and Security
  • Dual front impact airbags
  • Dual front side impact airbags
  • Overhead airbag
  • Occupant sensing airbag
  • Ignition disable
  • Anti-whiplash front head restraints
Suspension/Handling
  • Front wheel independent suspension
  • Front anti-roll bar
  • Front tires 175/70HR14.0
  • Rear tires 175/70HR14.0
  • Wheel size 14"
Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation
  • Variably intermittent wipers
  • Rear window defroster
  • Front reading lights
  • Tachometer
  • Low tire pressure warning
Options
  • Body Kit
  • Carpeted Floor Mats
  • Front Mask
  • Monotone Paint Application
  • Body-Color Rear Spoiler
  • Engine: 1.6L DOHC 16-Valve CVVT 4-Cylinder
  • Radio: AM/FM/CD MP3 Audio System
  • Front Bucket Seats
  • Full Cloth Seat Trim
  • Transmission: 5-Speed Manual w/OD
  • Tires: P175/70R14
  • Wheels: 14" x 5" Steel w/Center Caps
Specs and Dimensions
  • Engine displacement 1.6 L
  • Engine horsepower 110hp @ 6,000RPM
  • Engine torque 107 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
  • Engine bore x stroke 76.5mm x 87.0mm (3.01" x 3.43")
  • Compression ratio 10.00 to 1
  • GVWR 1,580kg (3,483lbs)
  • Exterior length 4,249mm (167.3")
  • Exterior body width 1,694mm (66.7")
  • Exterior height 1,471mm (57.9")
  • Wheelbase 2,499mm (98.4")
  • Turning radius 5.0m (16.3')5.0 '
  • Front legroom 1,087mm (42.8")
  • Rear legroom 871mm (34.3")
  • Front headroom 1,006mm (39.6")
  • Rear headroom 960mm (37.8")
  • Front hiproom 1,290mm (50.8")
  • Rear hiproom 1,270mm (50.0")
  • Front shoulder room 1,359mm (53.5")
  • Rear shoulder room 1,349mm (53.1")
  • Passenger volume 2,611L (92.2 cu.ft.)
  • Interior cargo volume 337 L (12 cu.ft.)
  • Interior maximum cargo volume 337 L (12 cu.ft.)
  • Greenhouse Gas Score (GG) 7
  • Air Pollution Score (AP) 5
Powertrain
  • Engine liters 1.6
  • Cylinder configuration I-4
  • Horsepower 110hp @ 6,000RPM
  • Torque 107 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
  • Number of valves 16
  • Variable valve control
  • Engine location front
  • Recommended fuel regular unleaded
  • Transmission 5 speed manual
  • Drive type front-wheel
  • Fuel economy city 28mpg
  • Fuel economy highway 34mpg
  • Fuel tank capacity 11.9gal.

Category Definitions

Performance and Design: Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features and Instrument Panel, and Comfort.

Initial Quality: Taken from the Initial Quality Study (IQS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 90 days of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems that have caused a complete breakdown or malfunction, or where controls or features may work as designed, but are difficult to use or understand.

Predicted Reliability: Derived from historical trending for a vehicle and/or manufacturer in our Initial Quality and Vehicle Dependability Studies, Predicted Reliability is a forecast of how reliable a newer vehicle might be over time.

Overall Dependability: Taken from the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 3 years of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems that have caused a complete breakdown or malfunction of any component, feature, or item (i.e., components that stop working or trim pieces that break or come loose).

5.0
Among the best
4.0
Better than most
3.0
About average
2.0
The rest

Please note that J.D. Power Consumer Center Ratings may not include all information used to determine J.D. Power and Associates awards.

LIKES
  • CARGO SPACE - EASY TO LAY SEATS DOWN
  • COST WAS VERY REASONABLE FOR THE QUALITY.
  • GREAT FUEL MILEAGE!
  • HANDLING IS THE BEST I HAVE EVER HAD. TAKES CURVES WITH OUT SWAY.
  • NO KEY,NO HEADLIGHTS CANT LEAVE THEM ON
  • SPACE,GOOD CARGO SPACE FOR A SMALL CAR
  • THE CONTROL PANEL LIGHTS UP VERY NICE.
  • THE INSIDE IS AWESOME.
  • TRUNK LATCH - DONT HAVE TO USE KEY TO GET IN EVERY TIME
  • WORKMAN SHIP IS GREAT
  • BLUETOOTH/STERO ON STEERING WHEEL GREAT ACCESS TO COMMAND & DRIVE
  • CAR GETS VERY GOOD GAS MILEAGE IN CITY & HIGHWAY DRIVING
  • DRIVER VISABILITY - PROMOTES SAFER MOVEMENTS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC
  • FUEL ECONOMY - VEHICLE GETS GOOD GAS MILEAGE
  • GAS MILEAGE - I GET AT LEAST 33 MPG THAT MOORS A LOT SINCE DRIVE 100 MPG MILE EVERY DAY.
  • HANDLES VERY WELL ON THE ROAD AND IN TOWN
  • HAS LOTS OF ZIP - LOVE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • SPACIOUS - ROOMY & EASY TO GET IN & OUT OF FOR A COMPACT
  • SURPRISING ACCELERATION FROM SUCH A SMALL ENGINE.
  • THE COMFORT I FEEL WHILE DRIVING,NOT TOO COMPACT FOR A COMPACT CAR.
DISLIKES
  • CENTER ARM REST TOO SMALL & POOR SAFETY RATING
  • TRUNK AREA NOT LARGE ENOUGH FOR CHILD'S STROLLER & GROCERIES
  • GAS MILEAGE IS NOWHERE CLOSE TO ADVERTISED
  • I WOULD LIKE THE INTERIOR TO BE QUIETER
  • NOT ENOUGH PICK-UP FROM A SLOW DOWN
  • NOT ENOUGH LEG ROOM
  • RIDE,FEEL SLIGHTEST BUMPS
  • POOR VISIBILITY WHEN REVERSING
  • NO TEMP. GAUGE
  • INTERIOR,WOULD LIKE A CONSOLE BETWEEN FRONT SEATS
  • BUMPS - BECAUSE IT SITS SO LOW TO THE GROUND IT ABSORBS A LOT OF SHOCKS.
  • FEELS UNSAFE
  • GAS MILEAGE IS AWFUL! ONLY GET 19 MPG & SHOULD BE GETTING 27 MPG / CITY & 36 / MPG / HIGHWAY!
  • HANDLES TERRIBLE ON SNOW COVERED ROADS - CAR SLIDES ALL OVER
  • IT'S A CHEAPLY MADE CAR - TIN CAN ON WHEELS - NO POWER STEERING
  • LUMBAR SUPPORT COULD BE BETTER
  • NO POWER LOCKS
  • NOISY - HEAR ROAD NOISE
  • NOT VERY ROOMY - HARDLY ANY LEG ROOM FOR REAR PASSENGERS.
  • TO LONG TO GET SPEED UP 0 TO 60 MPG.

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