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.
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 |
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Section Title | 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 |
Section Title | 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 |
Section Title | 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 |
Section Title | 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 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Average Cost Per Mile | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Depreciation | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Financing | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Taxes & Fees | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Insurance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Maintenance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Repairs | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Section Title | 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 |