KIA Rio
The Kia Rio first appeared in 1999, sold as a small four-door sedan and a five-door station wagon. At the time, it was one of the least-expensive mass-produced vehicles available.
The current, fourth-generation Rio launched in 2017 and is sold in Australia only as a five-door hatchback.
Kia Rio Prices and Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
The KIA Rio ranges in price from $19,090* for the 1.4 S, and $25,590* for the 1.0 Turbo GT-Line DCT
*Pricing excludes stamp duty, other government charges and options. Prices subject to change.The KIA Rio was built in Korea
The KIA Rio has a 5 ANCAP crash safety rating
The KIA Rio is available in unleaded petrol fuel types
The KIA Rio has 5 doors
The KIA Rio comes with a boot size of 325 litres
About the Kia Rio
The Kia Rio first appeared in 1999, sold as a small four-door sedan and a five-door station wagon. At the time, it was one of the least-expensive mass-produced vehicles available.
The current, fourth-generation Rio launched in 2017 and is sold in Australia only as a five-door hatchback.
The budget-priced Kia Rio range comprises the base S, SX ,Sport and GT-Line, with all but the latter powered by 1.4-litre four-cylinders, with six-speed manuals and six-speed automatics available.
The GT-Line is powered by a turbocharged 1-litre three-cylinder producing 74kW/172Nm and is mated to a dual-clutch seven-speed gearbox.
All new Ceratos are covered by Kia’s seven-year/unlimited-km warranty (which is also transferable), with capped price servicing, up to seven years, and roadside assistance, up to eight years, also available.