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Used 2019 Kia Rio Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2019 Kia Rio is a subcompact car available either as a sedan or a hatchback (Kia calls it the 5-Door). The sedan has a choice of two trim levels, LX and S, while the hatchback is only sold in S trim. The once top-of-the-line EX has been discontinued for 2019.

The LX comes standard with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (130 horsepower, 119 lb-ft of torque) and a six-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the front wheels. Also standard are 15-inch steel wheels with wheel covers, power and heated exterior mirrors, air conditioning, full power accessories, a height-adjustable driver's seat, a rearview camera, a 5-inch touchscreen display, Bluetooth, a USB port, and a four-speaker sound system with satellite radio.

The S adds remote keyless entry with a trunk opener, a 7-inch touchscreen display, a six-speaker stereo, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, an additional USB port, cruise control, a center console with a sliding armrest, and a 60/40-split folding rear seats with adjustable headrests.

The Technology package is available once the S trim has been selected and offers LED headlights, forward collision warning and emergency braking, Kia's Uvo eServices communications, and an upgraded driver information display.

Which Rio trim does Edmunds recommend?

With the EX trim gone, we recommend the now top-of-the-line S. For a small price increase over the base LX, you get desirable features such as a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, keyless entry and cruise control. The S also makes available the optional Technology package, which comes with LED headlights, forward collision warning and assist, and Kia's Uvo telematics system.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Tahlequah, OK
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Rio LX
Rio S
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LX
1.6L 4cyl 6A
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
Not available
Not available
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
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
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Engine torque
119 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
119 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
Engine displacement
1.6 l
1.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable 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
28 / 37 / 32 MPG
28 / 37 / 32 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
333 / 440 miles
333 / 440 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
33.5 ft.
33.5 ft.
Curb weight
2,714 lb.
2,714 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®
Not Available
Not Available
Average Cost Per Mile
Not Available
Not Available
Depreciation
Not Available
Not Available
Financing
Not Available
Not Available
Taxes & Fees
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel
Not Available
Not Available
Insurance
Not Available
Not Available
Maintenance
Not Available
Not Available
Repairs
Not Available
Not Available
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Black Tricot Cloth, cloth
Black Tricot Cloth, cloth
Gray Tricot Cloth, cloth
Exterior
Clear White
Aurora Black
Silky Silver
Clear White
Deep Sea Blue
Phantom Gray
Aurora Black
Silky Silver
Currant Red