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Compare Ford Fiesta Sedan vs Kia Rio

Ford Fiesta Sedan
2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan
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$14,260
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.1
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Kia Rio
2023 Kia Rio
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$16,750
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.4
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Overview

Engine
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Automatic (+$1,095)
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 32 MPG
Hwy: 41 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
12.8 ft³
Trunk Volume
13.7 ft³

Photos

Ford Fiesta Sedan
2014-2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan Driver and Passenger Front View
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2021-2023 Kia Rio Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
120 hp @ 6350 rpm
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque
112 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
112 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Automatic (+$1,095)
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,578 lbs
2,767 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
30 MPG
36 MPG
City
27 MPG
32 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
41 MPG

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
11.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
334.8 miles
380.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
434 miles
487.9 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
173.6 in
172.6 in
Height
58 in
57.1 in
Max Width
67.8 in
67.9 in
Front Width
57.7 in
60 in
Rear Width
57.7 in
60.2 in
Wheelbase
98 in
101.6 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.5 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.2 in
42.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.1 in
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
52.7 in
54.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
50.6 in
52.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
31.2 in
33.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.1 in
37.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
49 in
53.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
49.2 in
52.4 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
12.8 ft³
13.7 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.4 ft
33.5 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
15" x 6"
15" x 5.5"
Rear Wheel Size
15" x 6"
15" x 5.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P185/60HR15
P185/65TR15
Rear Tire
P185/60HR15
P185/65TR15
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ingot Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Shadow Black
  • Clear White
  • Silky Silver

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
Aurora Black

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black, Woven Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

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

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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