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Used 2018 Kia Rio Hatchback Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The subcompact 2018 Kia Rio is available as either a sedan or a four-door hatchback. Both the hatchback and sedan are sold in three different trim levels: base LX, midlevel S and top-level EX.

For the base LX, standard features include a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (130 horsepower, 119 pound-feet of torque), a six-speed manual transmission (a six-speed automatic is an available option), 15-inch steel wheels, automatic headlights, air conditioning, a height-adjustable driver seat, a tilt-only steering wheel, a trip computer, a rearview camera, and a four-speaker sound system with a 5-inch display, satellite radio, a USB port and an auxiliary audio input jack.

The midlevel Rio S adds to the standard equipment with keyless entry, heated power mirrors, power windows, cruise control, map lights, a sliding center console armrest and storage area, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, an extra USB port (charging only), a rearview camera, Bluetooth connectivity and a six-speaker audio system.

The top-of-the-line EX includes the Rio S' standard equipment and adds 15-inch alloy wheels, a chrome grille surround, foglights, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, a forward collision warning system with automatic braking, upgraded cloth upholstery, dual illuminated vanity mirrors and an upgraded 7-inch center display with Kia's Uvo infotainment system (which includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto). The EX's Launch Edition package adds red interior trim and partial leather accents.

Which Rio trim does Edmunds recommend?

While it might seem a bit counterintuitive to recommend the top trim of an entry-level car like the 2018 Kia Rio, we think the Rio EX is simply the most desirable of the bunch. The base LX and midlevel S are certainly fine, but the EX gets Kia's Uvo infotainment system, a 7-inch center screen, and the addition of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. These features are worth the extra money. Additionally, the EX gets upgraded safety equipment in the form of a forward collision warning system with automatic braking.

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Comparing average pricing near
Columbus, OH
Vehicle
Rio LX
Rio S
Rio EX
Vehicle
LX
1.6L 4cyl 6M
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S
1.6L 4cyl 6A
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Features

Features

Features

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

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
South Korea
South Korea
South Korea
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Engine torque
119 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
119 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
119 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
Engine displacement
1.6 l
1.6 l
1.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
185/65R15
185/65R15
185/65R15
Wheel size
15 X 5.5-in
15 X 5.5-in
15 X 5.5-in
Wheel type
steel wheels
steel wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
29 / 37 / 32 MPG
28 / 37 / 32 MPG
28 / 37 / 32 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
345 / 440 miles
333 / 440 miles
333 / 440 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
33.5 ft.
33.5 ft.
33.5 ft.
Curb weight
2,648 lb.
2,714 lb.
2,714 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
67.9 in.
67.9 in.
67.9 in.
Height
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
Length
160.0 in.
160.0 in.
160.0 in.
Wheelbase
101.6 in.
101.6 in.
101.6 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
17.4 cu. ft.
17.4 cu. ft.
17.4 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
32.8 cu. ft.
32.8 cu. ft.
32.8 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.9 in.
38.9 in.
38.9 in.
Front Leg Room
42.1 in.
42.1 in.
42.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.1 in.
54.1 in.
54.1 in.
Rear Head Room
38.0 in.
38.0 in.
38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room
33.5 in.
33.5 in.
33.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.3 in.
53.3 in.
53.3 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black Cloth, cloth
Black Cloth, cloth
Gray, cloth
Black/Red, leather/cloth
Black, premium cloth
Exterior
Clear White
Aurora Black
Silky Silver
Clear White
Aurora Black
Deep Sea Blue
Currant Red
Silky Silver
Ice Wine
Clear White
Deep Sea Blue
Currant Red
Silky Silver
Phantom Gray
Smoke Blue