2006 Kia Rio Road Test Ratings

EDITORS' RATINGS OVERALL SCORE:

Overall

All aspects of the new Kia Rio have received considerable improvements this year.

DETAILED EDITORS' RATINGS

Dynamics

Good road manners for a subcompact. A big step forward from last year.

Comfort

Comfortable ride, better than average quietness.

Function

The new interior is well laid out, with a comfortable driver's seating position. A 5-door model is also available.

Design/Build Quality

A surprising step forward from the last model.

DETAILED PROFILE:

Economical Transportation Cheap transportation that doesn't feel cheap.

Daily Commuter Handling is sure, steady and capable of managing body movement and road irregularities.

Fuel Efficient The 1.6 liter inline four offers fuel economy on par with its competition.

DETAILED RATINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING STYLES:

2006 Kia Rio 5 SX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)