Kia2011-2017 Rio Overview

Kia Rio Overview (2011 - 2017)

2011 - 2017

Tech Specs Summary


98 - 114 mph

11.5 - 16.2 seconds

74 - 108 BHP

51.4 - 88.3 mpg
kg
1,104 - 1,239 kg

288 - 923 L
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This generation of the Kia Rio was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 2011 - 2017. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback. There are four power levels available, ranging from a 74 BHP 1.1 L Inline 3 Turbo diesel engine to a 108 BHP 1.4 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Kia Rio 1.4
(2013 - 2017)
...Rio 1.4

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Rio is the Kia Rio 1.4 which scores 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 108 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 95 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 114 mph and gets to 62 mph in 11.5 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Kia Rio 1.1 CRDi
(2013 - 2017)
...1.1 CRDi

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Rio 1.1 CRDi is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 835 miles and can store 288-923 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 800 kg.

Euro NCAP Results

2011
★★★★★
Adult Occupant
92%
Child Occupant
84%
Pedestrian
46%
Safety Assist
86%

Timeline

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