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Kia Rio
2020 Kia Rio
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$15,850
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.4
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Nissan Versa Sedan
2020 Nissan Versa Sedan
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$14,830
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Overview

Engine
1.6-liter Inline-4 Gas
Engine
1.6-liter Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 33 MPG
Hwy: 41 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.8 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
13.7 ft³
Trunk Volume
14.7 ft³

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Kia Rio
2018-2020 Kia Rio Rear Angle View
2018-2020 Kia Rio Dashboard
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Nissan Versa Sedan
2020 Nissan Versa Sedan Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.6-liter Inline-4 Gas
1.6-liter Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
122 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque
112 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
114 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

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

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
15" x 5.5"
15" x 5.5"
Rear Wheel Size
15" x 5.5"
15" x 5.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P185/65TR15
P195/65HR15
Rear Tire
P185/65TR15
P195/65HR15
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

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

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gallons
10.8 gallons
Cruising Range City
392.7 miles
291.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
487.9 miles
378 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
172.6 in
177 in
Height
57.1 in
57.3 in
Max Width
67.9 in
68.5 in
Front Width
59.8 in
59.8 in
Rear Width
60 in
60.2 in
Wheelbase
101.6 in
103.1 in
Ground Clearance
5.5 in
6.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.1 in
44.5 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.9 in
39.5 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.1 in
53.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
52.9 in
50.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
33.5 in
31 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.4 in
36.3 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.3 in
53.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.4 in
50.1 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,767 lbs
2,599 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
13.7 ft³
14.7 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Clear White
  • Silky Silver
  • Brilliant Silver Metallic
  • Electric Blue Metallic
  • Fresh Powder
  • Gun Metallic
  • Super Black

Optional Exterior Colors

Aurora Black
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Woven Cloth Seat Trim
  • Charcoal, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
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
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

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

Warranty

Warranty Summary

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