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1.4L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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Kia Rio Special Edition (2014) price & specs
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Overview
The 2014 Kia Rio Special Edition is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 7th July 2012 classified as a UB. The Kia Rio is regarded as a small car built in Korea with prices starting at $17,490 before on-road costs.
This Kia Rio is powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 79 kW of power (at 6300 rpm) and 135 Nm of torque (at 4200 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Kia claims the Rio Special Edition uses 5.7L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 135g of CO2. It has a 43L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 754km per full tank
The Kia Rio measures 1455mm (57.3 inches) in height, 4045mm (159.3 inches) in length, 1720mm (67.7 inches) in width with a 2570mm (101.2 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1068kg (2354.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The Rio Special Edition comes standard with 185/65 R15 front tyres and 185/65 R15 rear tyres. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2014 Kia Rio Special Edition has a 140mm ground clearance with a 1050kg braked and 450kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
72.15 - 94.32 kW/t
60.87 kW/t
120.69 kW/t
Boot Space
288 litres
210 litres
536 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.6 - 6.3 L/100km
4.5 L/100km
6.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
683 - 768 km
618 km
1,000 km
Price
$15,290 - $22,490
$14,990
$38,290
Warranty (Years)
5 - 7 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,558 - 1,630 kg
1,470 kg
1,657 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
850 - 1,150 kg
700 kg
1,150 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
140 mm
118 mm
159 mm
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Dimensions
4,045 mm
1,720 mm
1,455 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,045 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,720 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 502 mm |
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Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 8.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 8.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 5.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 135
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 77.0
Engine (cc): 1396
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 75.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.4
Main Capacity (L): 43
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.5
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 754
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 469
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 22.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 63
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 52
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 31
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.7
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 107
Maximum Power (kW): 79
Maximum Torque (Nm): 135
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4200
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: B3
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 32.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 923
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 288
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10500
Front Track (in): 59.9
Front Track (mm): 1521
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.4
Overall Height (in): 57.3
Overall Height (mm): 1455
Overall Length (in): 159.3
Overall Length (mm): 4045
Overall Width (in): 67.7
Overall Width (mm): 1720
Rear Track (in): 60.0
Rear Track (mm): 1525
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1015
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 960
Front Hip Room (in): 52.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1323
Rear Hip Room (in): 51.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1301
Front Leg Room (in): 43.8
Front Leg Room (mm): 1112
Rear Leg Room (in): 31.1
Rear Leg Room (mm): 790
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1350
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1324
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1050
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2315
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 450
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 992
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1570
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3461
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1068
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2355
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20120402
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.2 Gls 5ha Lhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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