Additional information
| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | Rio |
| Trim | 1.4 Tec |
| Body Styles | Hatchback |
| Market | South Africa (specifications may vary by region) |
| Production Year | 2012 |
| Class | Subcompact car (B-segment) |
| Engine Type | Gamma 1.4L inline 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, G4FA |
| Engine Displacement | 1,396 cc (1.4 liters) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (unleaded) |
| Power Output | 79 kW (107 hp) at 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 135 Nm (99 lb-ft) at 4,200 rpm |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Compression Ratio | ~10.5:1 |
| Emissions | Euro 4 or equivalent (market-dependent) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Top Speed | Manual: ~183 km/h (114 mph), Automatic: ~180 km/h |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | Manual: ~11.5 seconds, Automatic: ~12.2 seconds |
| Fuel Consumption | Manual: ~6.4 L/100 km (44 mpg UK), Automatic: ~6.8 L/100 km (41.5 mpg UK) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 liters (11.4 US gallons) |
| Dimensions | Length: 4,045 mm, Width: 1,720 mm, Height: 1,455 mm, Wheelbase: 2,570 mm |
| Ground Clearance | ~150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Cargo Capacity | 288 liters (seats up), ~923 liters (seats folded) |
| Curb Weight | ~1,039–1,114 kg (2,290–2,456 lbs) |
| Gross Weight | ~1,580 kg (3,483 lbs) |
| Suspension (Front) | MacPherson strut with coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers |
| Suspension (Rear) | Coupled torsion beam axle with coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers |
| Steering | Motor-driven power steering (MDPS), rack-and-pinion, Turning Circle: ~10.5 meters |
| Brakes (Front) | Ventilated disc brakes |
| Brakes (Rear) | Drum brakes or solid disc brakes (market-dependent) |
| Safety Features | ABS with EBD, Brake Assist, 6 airbags, ESC (market-dependent), ISOFIX anchors |
| Wheels | 17-inch alloy wheels, 205/45 R17 tires |
| Spare Tire | Full-size (Space-saver in some markets) |
| Exterior Features | Projector halogen headlights, fog lights, chrome grille, heated mirrors, sunroof (optional) |
| Interior Features | Leather upholstery, auto climate control, radio/CD/MP3, Bluetooth, 60/40 rear seat |
| Electrical System | 12V battery (~60 Ah), ~110–130 amp alternator, halogen/LED lighting (market-dependent) |
| Warranty (South Africa) | 5 years/150,000 km (vehicle), 5 years/unlimited km (anti-corrosion), roadside assistance |
| CO2 Emissions | Manual: ~151 g/km, Automatic: ~160 g/km |