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Used 2023 Kia Rio Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2023 Kia Rio can be equipped as a four-door sedan or a hatchback, which Kia calls the 5-Door. The sedan is available in two trim levels: the base LX and the S. The 5-Door is only sold in S trim. All Rios are powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (120 horsepower, 112 lb-ft of torque) mated to a continuously variable transmission. All Rios are front-wheel-drive. Feature highlights include:

LX
The standard Rio keeps costs low but includes these necessities as standard:

  • 15-inch steel wheels
  • Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
  • 8-inch center touchscreen
  • Air conditioning
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
  • Front USB port
  • Cloth seats
  • Height-adjustable driver's seat
  • Four-speaker stereo system

S
A more fully equipped model comes with:

  • Remote keyless entry
  • Cruise control
  • Sliding center armrest
  • Rear USB port
  • Satellite radio
  • 60/40-split folding rear seat

S Technology package
This jam-packed collection of optional features for the S trim drastically increases available technology and safety equipment with:

  • LED headlights
  • 15-inch alloy wheels
  • Push-button start
  • Automatic climate control
  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
  • Lane keeping assistance (steers the Rio back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
  • Lane following assist (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
  • Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)

Which Rio trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Rio's base LX trim is a bit too basic for our tastes, which is why we suggest checking out the S trim that is eligible for the S Technology package. Not only does this upgrade add some convenience items, but it also includes several desirable safety features.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Moab, UT
Vehicle
Rio LX
Rio S
Vehicle
LX
1.6L 4cyl CVT
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
Not available
Not available
Satellite radio
Not available
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
optional
Cruise control
Not Available
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
Heated seats
Not available
Not available
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not Available
standard
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
120 hp @ 6,300 rpm
120 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Engine torque
112 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
112 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
Engine displacement
1.6 l
1.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
Tire size
185/65R15
185/65R15
Wheel size
15 X 5.5-in
15 X 5.5-in
Wheel type
steel wheels
steel wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
32 / 41 / 36 MPG
32 / 41 / 36 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
381 / 488 miles
381 / 488 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
33.5 ft.
33.5 ft.
Curb weight
2,767 lb.
2,767 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
67.9 in.
67.9 in.
Height
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
Length
172.6 in.
172.6 in.
Wheelbase
101.6 in.
101.6 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
13.7 cu. ft.
13.7 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.9 in.
38.9 in.
Front Leg Room
42.1 in.
42.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.1 in.
54.1 in.
Rear Head Room
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
Rear Leg Room
33.5 in.
33.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.3 in.
53.3 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$31,313
$31,309
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.42
$0.42
Depreciation
$8,208
$8,225
Financing
$3,291
$3,275
Taxes & Fees
$1,828
$1,823
Fuel
$7,396
$7,396
Insurance
$4,911
$4,911
Maintenance
$4,582
$4,582
Repairs
$1,097
$1,097
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Black Tricot Cloth, cloth
Gray Tricot Cloth, cloth
Black Tricot Cloth, cloth
Exterior
Silky Silver
Aurora Black
Clear White
Silky Silver
Aurora Black
Clear White
Sporty Blue
Currant Red
Steel Gray