2013 Kia Rio Hatchback

2013 Kia Rio Hatchback

Summary

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Largely unchanged for the current model year, the 2013 Kia Rio is a FWD subcompact sedan powered by a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 138 hp and 123 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options consist of a standard 6-speed manual and an optional 6-speed automatic transmission, enabling the Rio to achieve an EPA estimated 30 mpg city and 40 mpg highway. Features include 17-inch wheels, sport-tuned suspension, rear-camera display, push button start, navigation, leather seat trim, hands-free phone capabilities, and heated front seats. Safety is comprised of advanced front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags, side curtain airbags, anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and tire pressure monitoring. The Rio is backed by a 5-year/60,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2013 Kia Rio Hatchback

Good fuel economy and decent power are probably two of the central points that will ring relevant to those cross-shopping the Rio against any of the competition. In addition to being one of the lowest-priced cars in the U.S. market, the 2013 Rio is the first vehicle that's not either a hybrid or luxury model to feature fuel-saving engine start/stop technology, which momentarily shuts the engine off at stoplights. Kia notes that 85 percent of the Rio's materials are recyclable at the end of the vehicle's lifespan and that seat foams are 100-percent biodegradable.

What's new for 2013?

Following a complete redesign for 2012, the Kia Rio has no significant changes for 2013.

Model Strengths

• Excellent gas mileage
• innovative Idle Stop and Go
• improved safety
• smooth, refined engines and transmissions
• maneuverability
• comfortable interior
• value for the money

Model Review

The 2013 Kia Rio comes in sedan or 5-door hatchback bodystyles and is offered in three different trim levels: LX, EX and SX. Regardless of the model, all Rios are powered by a 138-hp 1.6L 4-cylinder engine. LX models come with either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission, while the other two trims only get the automatic. Although the system makes little difference in the official EPA ratings, those who commute in stop-and-go conditions might notice an improvement of several miles per gallon.

2013 Kia Rio Hatchback

2013 Kia Rio Hatchback

Safety Ratings What do the Safety Ratings mean? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) performs independent crash testing of new vehicles and then assigns them a score based on their performance. The overall crash test rating is based on how a vehicle performs in the following tests: Driver Crash Grade: Measures the chance of a serious injury to a crash test dummy that is placed in a driver's seat and driven into a fixed barrier at 35 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less chance of injury. Passenger Crash Grade: Similar to the driver crash grade, only now the focus is on the passenger. Rollover Resistance: Simulates an emergency lane change to measure the likelihood of a vehicle rolling over. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less risk of rollover. Side Impact Crash Test - Front: Focuses on the front side of a vehicle. It simulates crashes that can occur in intersections by striking a 3,015-pound weight against the side of a vehicle at 38.5 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 5 percent or less chance of injury. Side Impact Crash Test - Rear: Similar to the front side impact test only now the focus is on the rear passenger.
Driver Crash Grade	No consumer rating Rate & Review
Passenger Crash Grade	No consumer rating Rate & Review
Rollover Resistance	No consumer rating Rate & Review
Side Impact Crash Test - Front	No consumer rating Rate & Review
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Safety Features & Equipment

2013 Kia Rio Hatchback

5dr HB Man LX

2013 Kia Rio Hatchback

5dr HB Man LX