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Kia Rio SX (2022) price & specs
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Overview
The 2022 Kia Rio SX is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 7th January 2023 classified as a YB. The Kia Rio is regarded as a small car built in Korea with prices starting at $22,390 before on-road costs.
This Kia Rio is powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 73 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 133 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Kia claims the Rio SX uses 6.0L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 143g of CO2. It has a 45L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 750km per full tank
The Kia Rio measures 1450mm (57.1 inches) in height, 4065mm (160.0 inches) in length, 1725mm (67.9 inches) in width with a 2580mm (101.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1173kg (2586.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The Rio SX comes standard with 205/45 R17 front tyres and 205/45 R17 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 84 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2022 Kia Rio SX has a 140mm ground clearance with a 800kg braked and 450kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
60.99 - 63.31 kW/t
60.99 kW/t
120.79 kW/t
Boot Space
325 litres
242 litres
440 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.6 - 6 L/100km
4.6 L/100km
6.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
750 - 804 km
607 km
830 km
Price
$19,090 - $25,590
$17,490
$33,490
Warranty (Years)
7 years
5 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,580 - 1,650 kg
1,365 kg
1,685 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
800 - 1,110 kg
200 kg
1,110 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
140 mm
120 mm
158 mm
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Dimensions
4,065 mm
1,725 mm
1,450 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,065 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,725 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm |
| Load Capacity | 427 mm |
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 120
CO2 Level (Combined): 143
CO2 Level (Urban): 185
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 72.0
Engine (cc): 1368
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 84.0
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: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 750
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 466
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 47
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 48
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 30
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.0
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 99
Maximum Power (kW): 73
Maximum Torque (Nm): 133
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: 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: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: GB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 34.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 980
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 325
External Dimensions
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Overall Height (in): 57.1
Overall Height (mm): 1450
Overall Length (in): 160.0
Overall Length (mm): 4065
Overall Width (in): 67.9
Overall Width (mm): 1725
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Wheelbase (in): 101.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2580
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 987
Rear Headroom (in): 38.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 964
Front Hip Room (in): 52.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1344
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1330
Front Leg Room (in): 42.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1070
Rear Leg Room (in): 33.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 850
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1375
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1355
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
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1764
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 450
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 992
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1600
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3527
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1173
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2587
Tare Weight (kg): 1132
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
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
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20170921
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 67.8
ANCAP Rating Year: 2017
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.4 S
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 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: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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