Kia RIO 2011 Hatchback

This generation of Kia RIO 3 door version has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 2015. We can provide information about 5 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.

This Kia is available with two petrol engines with displacement from 1.2 to 1.4 litres and power of from 85 to 109 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 1.1 to 1.4 litres and power of from 75 to 90 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (4 versions), as well as automatic (1 version) gearbox.

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Kia RIO 2011 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 4.8 to 6.3 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 3.2 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Kia RIO 2011 hatchback petrol engine version is Kia Rio 1.2, consuming 4.8 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Kia RIO real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 48 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +37% for petrol engines and +59% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Kia RIO modification.

Kia RIO 2011 hatchback CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 109 to 147 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 85 grams per kilometer. From Kia RIO with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Kia Rio 1.2 which produces an average of 109 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 11.5 seconds has Kia Rio 1.4 CVVT version, conversely the tardiest one is Kia Rio 1.1 CRDi reaching this speed only in 15.5 seconds. The maximum top speed is 183 km/h for the 1.4 petrol 109 hp version (Kia Rio 1.4 CVVT).

Lenght of Kia RIO is 405 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Kia RIO is about 7 cm longer than Volkswagen Polo hatchback, but 21 cm shorter than Opel Astra hatchback. Kia RIO gross weight is from 1560 to 1690 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class. Kia RIO trunk space is 288 litres.

This Kia is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 5500 €. Below you will find more detailed information about Kia RIO prices and costs.

Kia RIO modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Kia Rio 2011 1.1 CRDi

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.1 Diesel 75 HP 3.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Kia Rio 2011 1.2

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.2 Petrol 85 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Rio 2011 1.4 CVVT

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.5 seconds

1.4 Petrol 109 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Kia Rio 2011 1.4 CVVT

Most powerfull petrol version (109 HP)
Only version with automatic transmission

1.4 Petrol 109 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Kia Rio 2011 1.4 CRDi

Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP)

1.4 Diesel 90 HP - Manual (6)
Kia RIO service and maintenanceOil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

Kia RIO safety

During safety testing Kia RIO has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Kia RIO is evaluated with outstanding rate 92 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection Kia RIO got 46 points from 100.
Kia RIO safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.

Kia RIO prices

Kia RIO 2011 - 2015 hatchback price in Latvia is from 3700 € to 7000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Kia RIO price is below average - Kia RIO is approximately for 18 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2011 - 2015 prices). The reason of Kia RIO low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Kia RIO 2014 price 6000 € 6500 € 7000 €
Kia RIO 2013 price 3700 € 4400 € 5000 €

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Kia RIO reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Kia RIO reliability is little below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2022 defects were detected in an average of 15.7 percent of Kia RIO of this generation (on average 9 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 15.1%.

Kia RIO reliability and quality
Most reliable used over 15 years old cars
Most reliable over 15 years old hatchbacks

Kia RIO 2011 hatchback features (options)

Percentage of Kia RIO with corresponding feature (option)

Metallic paint
63%
Conditioning
50%
Climate control
25%
Rain sensor
25%
Xenon headlights
13%

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Similar cars to Kia RIO 2011

Cars similar and most compared to Kia RIO 2011. Click on the image to view the car's specifications or on the "Compare..." link to compare cars.

Skoda Fabia 2015 Skoda Fabia 2015 has
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
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  • lower price
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Peugeot 206 2009 Peugeot 206 2009 has
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Kia Picanto 2011 Kia Picanto 2011 has
  • lower price
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Kia RIO reviews

At the moment we dont have reviews about Kia RIO manufactured from 2011 to 2015.
Find below reviews about other generations of Kia RIO.
Kia RIO 2007 Hatchback Petrol 1.6 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2008 (age of car 1 year) Owned for:172`000 kilometers (10 years)
Average fuel consumption: 23.0 litres per 100km (100% urban driving)
Total car rating:
10
   male, age 52
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