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Kia Rio 2019
Carsguide Senior Journalist Tom White had this to say at the time: The Rio is a well-designed and spacious hatch with excellent multimedia and a classy cabin.
You can read the full review here.This is what Tom White liked most about this particular version of the Kia Rio: Great design and looks, Awesome multimedia, GT-Line is good fun
The 2019 Kia Rio carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1100 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Kia Rio 2019 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT-Line | Hatchback | 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO | $16,280 | $20,900 | |
| S | Hatchback | 1.4L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $12,320 | $16,390 | |
| S | Hatchback | 1.4L ULP 6 SP MAN | $10,670 | $14,630 | |
| Sport | Hatchback | 1.4L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $12,980 | $17,270 | |
Kia Rio 2019 Colours
- Clear White
- Silky Silver
- Mighty Yellow
- Aurora Black
- Signal Red
- Smoke Blue
- Platinum Graphite
Kia Rio 2019 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Kia Rio 2019 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Kia Rio 2019: Is it economical to run premium petrol?
The Kia Rio only requires 91RON unleaded. The engine is tuned for that octane rating, so you won’t gain anything, apart from more space in your wallet, by switching to 95 or 98RON fuel. Despite every premium petrol marketing campaign suggesting otherwise, running on more expensive fuel won’t gain you any performance or greater fuel economy, so stick with 91.
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Kia Rio 2019: Problems with sports shift
You’re possibly trying to downshift at a speed that’s higher than it was designed to do. Try downshifting at a lower engine speed.
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What hatchback should I buy?
Most small hatchbacks have similar width footwells, so I would suggest you try the most popular ones, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai i30, Kia Rio etc. to find the one that’s best for you.
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Kia Rio: Key replacement cost
It will depend if you have a spare available or not, but in some cases there are cheap alternatives to going to a dealer. You can find out more about the best way to get a replacement here.
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Kia Rio 2019 Interior
The Kia Rio may well represent motoring on a budget, but its interior isn't a drab affair. As these images show, its plain dashboard is punctuated by a floating touchscreen multimedia system, while the centre stack below is simple but effective. Predictably, hard plastic trim abounds, while the leather found in certain variants looks and feels artificial.
Kia Rio 2019 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2019 Kia Rio are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1725mm x 1450mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Hatchback | 1450x1725x4065 mm | 140 mm | |
| Sport | Hatchback | 1450x1725x4065 mm | 140 mm | |
| GT-Line | Hatchback | 1450x1725x4070 mm | 140 mm | |
Kia Rio 2019 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2019 Kia Rio is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Kia Rio currently offers fuel consumption from 5.4 to 6.2L/100km. The Kia Rio is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT-Line | Hatchback | 1.0L,ULP,7 SP AUTO | 5.4L/100km | |
| S | Hatchback | 1.4L,ULP,6 SP MAN | 5.6L/100km | |
| S | Hatchback | 1.4L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.2L/100km | |
| Sport | Hatchback | 1.4L,ULP,6 SP MAN | 5.6L/100km | |
Kia Rio 2019 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2019 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 15x6 inches to 17x6.5 inches.
| Kia Rio Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Hatchback | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | |
| Sport | Hatchback | 205x45 R17 | 17x6.5 inches | 205x45 R17 | 17x6.5 inches | |
| GT-Line | Hatchback | 205x45 R17 | 17x6.5 inches | 205x45 R17 | 17x6.5 inches | |
Kia Rio 2019 Towing capacity
The Kia Rio’s towing capacity ranges from 800kg to 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Hatchback | 1.4L,ULP,6 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| Sport | Hatchback | 1.4L,ULP,6 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| S | Hatchback | 1.4L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 800kg | |
| Sport | Hatchback | 1.4L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 800kg | |
Kia Rio 2019 Seats
The following Kia Rio is available with five seats. The S and Sport variants both come with Woven Tricot Cloth seat trim, with Black Premium seat trim reserved for the GT-Line.
