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Kia Rio 2006
This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Kia Rio: Underbonnet access is good, Good interior space
The 2006 Kia Rio carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1100 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Kia Rio 2006 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,080 | $4,730 | |
| EX | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,640 | $4,180 | |
| Sports | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,080 | $4,840 | |
| Sports | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,860 | $4,400 | |
| EX | Sedan | 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,080 | $4,730 | |
| EX | Sedan | 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,640 | $4,180 | |
| Luxury (EX-L) | Sedan | 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,860 | $4,400 | |
| Luxury (EX-L) | Sedan | 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
Kia Rio 2006 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Kia Rio 2006 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Rio troublesome to start when warm
It's clearly a happy camper when it's cold and it's getting the cold settings, it's clearly not when the cold settings are not in play. It could be a problem with the ECU, the crank angle sensor, the oxygen sensor, or the idle setting. You really need to go to a mechanic who can diagnose the problem for you.
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Problem starting Kia Rio
Check the battery, it might not have enough grunt to crank the engine and start it. Batteries are under enormous pressure at this time of the year and if they’re a bit down it will show up.
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Ask Smithy Xtra Kia Rio start-up issue
Check the battery, it might not have enough grunt to crank the engine and start it. Batteries are under enormous pressure at this time of the year and if they’re a bit down it will show up.
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Ask Smithy Xtra Kia Rio transmission oil replacement
The 2.5 litres you’ve drained is the oil that’s in the sump, the rest of the oil is in the torque converter and valve body and other parts of the transmission. The only way to remove all the oil is to flush the transmission through the cooler system. When auto trans specialists service a transmission they normally drain it as you have done and replace it with fresh oil, in so doing they freshen it up rather than completely replace it.
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Kia Rio 2006 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2006 Kia Rio are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1695mm x 1470mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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| EX | Hatchback | 1470x1695x3990 mm | 155 mm | |
| Sports | Hatchback | 1470x1695x3990 mm | 155 mm | |
| EX | Sedan | 1470x1695x4240 mm | 155 mm | |
| Luxury (EX-L) | Sedan | 1470x1695x4240 mm | 155 mm | |
Kia Rio 2006 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2006 Kia Rio is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Kia Rio currently offers fuel consumption from 6.9 to 7.8L/100km. The Kia Rio is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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| EX | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.9L/100km | |
| EX | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 6.9L/100km | |
| EX | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.9L/100km | |
| EX | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 6.9L/100km | |
Kia Rio 2006 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2006 Kia Rio will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Kia Rio vary from 14x5 inches to 16x6.5 inches.
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX | Hatchback | 175x70R14 | 14x5 inches | 175x70R14 | 14x5 inches | |
| Sports | Hatchback | 205x45 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x45 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
| EX | Sedan | 175x70R14 | 14x5 inches | 175x70R14 | 14x5 inches | |
| Luxury (EX-L) | Sedan | 195x55 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 195x55 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | |
Kia Rio 2006 Towing capacity
The Kia Rio has maximum towing capacity of 1100kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1100kg | |
| EX | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1100kg | |
| Sports | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1100kg | |
| Sports | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1100kg | |
| EX | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1100kg | |
| EX | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1100kg | |
| Luxury (EX-L) | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1100kg | |
| Luxury (EX-L) | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1100kg | |