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2021 Kia Rio S Specs

Kia Rio

So you're in the market for a budget-friendly small sedan, but you also want to treat yourself to a few tech and safety features? Well, then the Rio S is the car for you! This humble little runaround has all the basic trimmings to get you through morning traffic, but unlike its base sibling, it adds a few nice-to-haves such as a split-folding rear seat and a center console with a storage bin. If you're concerned about the Rio's lack of standard safety gear, then the S allows you to equip features like LED positioning lights, driver attention warning, lane-following assist, and more.

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Overview
Select configuration:
$16,690
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Body Type
Sedan
Seating capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
13.7 ft³
Fuel Economy
City: 33 MPG
Hwy: 41 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine
    1.6L Inline-4 Gas
  • Horsepower
    120 hp @ 6300 rpm
  • Torque
    112 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
  • Transmission
    Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
  • Drivetrain
    Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Rack-Pinion
  • Turning Diameter
    33.5 ft

Wheels

  • Wheels Type
    Steel Wheels
  • Front Wheel Size
    15" x 5.5"
  • Rear Wheel Size
    15" x 5.5"

Suspension

  • Front Suspension
    Strut
  • Rear Suspension
    Torsion Beam

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P185/65TR15
  • Rear Tire
    P185/65TR15
  • Spare Tire
    Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    36 MPG
  • City
    33 MPG
  • Highway
    41 MPG

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.9 gallons
  • Cruising Range City
    392.7 miles
  • Cruising Range Highway
    487.9 miles

Emissions

  • CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
    4.9 Tons/yr

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Length
    172.6 in
  • Height
    57.1 in
  • Max Width
    67.9 in
  • Front Width
    60 in
  • Rear Width
    60.2 in
  • Wheelbase
    101.6 in
  • Ground Clearance
    5.5 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    5 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    42.1 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    38.9 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    54.1 in
  • Front Seat Hip Room
    52.9 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    33.5 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    37.4 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    53.3 in
  • Rear Seat Hip Room
    52.4 in

Weight and Towing

  • Curb Weight
    2,767 lbs

Cargo Space

  • Trunk Volume
    13.7 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Clear White
  • Currant Red
  • Silky Silver
  • Sporty Blue
  • Steel Gray

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Aurora Black

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Woven Cloth Seat Trim
  • Gray, Woven Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

  • HD Radio
    Not Available
  • Bluetooth Connection
    Not Available
  • Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
    Not Available
  • Premium Sound System
    Not Available
  • Satellite Radio
    Optional
  • Smart Device Integration
    Standard
  • WiFi Hotspot
    Not Available
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
    Standard
  • Entertainment System
    Not Available
  • MP3 Player
    Standard

Interior Trim

  • Bucket Seats
    Standard
  • Cloth Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Standard
  • Vinyl Seats
    Standard
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available
  • Sun/Moonroof
    Not Available

Comfort

  • Head-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Not Available
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    Standard
  • Power Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Power Mirror(s)
    Standard
  • A/C
    Standard
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Automatic Parking
    Not Available
  • Climate Control
    Optional
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Standard
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Standard
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Not Available
  • Power Driver Seat
    Not Available
  • Power Passenger Seat
    Not Available
  • Remote Engine Start
    Optional
  • Remote Trunk Release
    Standard
  • Seat Memory
    Not Available
  • Universal Garage Door Opener
    Not Available
  • Seat-Massage
    Not Available
  • Rear A/C
    Not Available
  • Keyless Start
    Not Available
  • Navigation from Telematics
    Not Available
  • Telematics
    Optional

Additional Packages

Option Group 010

standard equipment,

Option Group 015

$1,800

Wheels: 15" Alloy, Technology Package, Automatic Temperature Control, Push Button Start w/Immobilizer, Positioning Lights, Highline Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Rear Occupant Alert, Supervision Meter Cluster, 4.2" display, LED Headlights, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, pedestrian detection, Radio: AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM Audio System, 6 speakers, 8" rearview monitor w/dynamic parking guidance, rear camera display, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, USB input jack, USB charging, Bluetooth wireless technology, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and UVO3 eServices

Safety

Safety Features

  • Back-Up Camera
    Not Available
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
    Not Available
  • Rear Parking Aid
    Not Available
  • Blind Spot Monitor
    Not Available
  • Lane Departure Warning
    Not Available
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    Not Available
  • ABS
    Standard
  • Night Vision
    Not Available
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
    Standard
  • Brake Assist
    Standard
  • Stability Control
    Standard
  • Traction Control
    Standard

Airbags

  • Driver Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Side Air Bag
    Standard
  • Knee Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Passenger Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Side Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Seatbelt Air Bag
    Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

  • Basic
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles
  • Corrosion
    5 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Drivetrain
    10 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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