The 2020 Kia Rio is an excellent choice if you are looking for a small car to get you from A to B quickly and without spending a lot, or a vehicle that provides great value. It's a small hatchback that's durable and affordable.
Despite the fact that it is a budget vehicle, the Kia Rio comes with many features to satisfy most people. It is comfortable to drive and features a well-designed interior.
The dashboard is simple but sophisticated and logically laid out for easy use. The infotainment screen can be found near the top of your dashboard. Controls for stereo, air conditioner and other features can be found in logically placed places.
There's ample room in the front seat, and there is plenty of headroom if you are over six feet tall. However, the rear seats don't have much legroom and the trunk space can be a little tight.
Storage is decent, with large door bins and cupholders and a usefully-sized glovebox. There is also a cubby hole under the centre armrest on some models.
For 2020, Kia has made some changes to the Rio. It now comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a new engine and transmission and more standard safety equipment than ever before.
The model this year combines a new, 1.6-liter, four cylinder engine with a continuous variable automatic transmission. This makes the vehicle more fuel efficient and quieter that its 130-hp predecessor. According to the EPA, it will achieve 33 mpg in cities and 41 on highways.
The Rio's engine is an excellent choice because it's both fuel-efficient, and has plenty of power. There are two trim levels available: LX or S. Both come with an 8.0 inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities.
The Rio's strength is its appearance, which is very similar to a European sedan. This means that it will fit right in suburban driveways. The rear is also less bulky, making it easier for you to park and load your cargo.
While the exterior styling of this car is more conservative than those of previous models it is still very attractive and stands out among other compact cars. The front end has a chrome "tiger nose" that can be customized to fit different models. Also, the body colour is optional.
A new GT Line is also available, featuring a unique grille with 17-inch alloy wheels. The GT Line also adds black and grey seats, and a sportier steering wheel with a red stitch.
Although the Rio isn’t a standout vehicle, it does have a lot to offer and Kia’s warranty coverage is excellent. The warranty covers five years, or 60,000 miles, of bumper-to-bumper coverage. There is also 10 years or 100,000 miles powertrain coverage.