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Compare Kia Rio5 vs Scion iQ

Kia Rio5
2023 Kia Rio5
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$17,690
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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Scion iQ
2015 Scion iQ
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$15,665
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
1.3L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 32 MPG
Hwy: 41 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 36 MPG
Hwy: 37 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
8.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
32.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
16.7 ft³

Photos

Kia Rio5
2021-2023 Kia Rio5 Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Kia Rio5 Dashboard
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Scion iQ
2012-2015 Scion iQ Hatchback Rear Angle View
2012-2015 Scion iQ Hatchback Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.6L Inline-4 Gas
1.3L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
94 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
112 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
89 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,765 lbs
2,127 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
36 MPG
37 MPG
City
32 MPG
36 MPG
Highway
41 MPG
37 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
4.9 Tons/yr
4.8 (Est) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gallons
8.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
380.8 miles
306 miles
Cruising Range Highway
487.9 miles
314.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
160 in
120.1 in
Height
57.1 in
59.1 in
Max Width
67.9 in
66.1 in
Front Width
60 in
58.1 in
Rear Width
60.2 in
57.5 in
Wheelbase
101.6 in
78.7 in
Ground Clearance
5.5 in
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.1 in
40.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.9 in
37.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.1 in
53.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
52.9 in
53.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
33.5 in
28.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38 in
35.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.3 in
50.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.4 in
33.8 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
17.4 ft³
3.5 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
32.8 ft³
16.7 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

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

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
15" x 5.5"
16" x 5"
Rear Wheel Size
15" x 5.5"
16" x 5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P185/65TR15
P175/60HR16
Rear Tire
P185/65TR15
P175/60HR16
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Clear White
  • Currant Red
  • Silky Silver
  • Sporty Blue
  • Steel Gray
  • Black Currant Metallic
  • Black Sand Pearl
  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Classic Silver Metallic
  • Hot Lava
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Pacific Blue Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

Aurora Black
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

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

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Optional
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Not Available
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Optional
Not Available
Telematics
Optional
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
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
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
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 / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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