Kia RIO 2017 vs BMW 2 series 2019

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Kia RIO
2017 - 2020
BMW 2 series
2019 -
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Kia RIO is available only with front wheel drive, while BMW 2 series can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.4 - 1.6 (petrol)1.5 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 100 - 123 HP116 - 306 HP
Torque: 132 - 151 NM220 - 450 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.3 - 12.9 seconds4.9 - 10.3 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.7 - 6.64.5 - 7.1
Kia RIO petrol engines consumes on average 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than BMW 2 series.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.40 m4.53 m
Width: 1.74 m1.80 m
Height: 1.47 m1.42 m
Kia RIO is smaller, but higher.
Kia RIO is 13 cm shorter than the BMW 2 series, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Kia RIO is 5 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 480 litres430 litres
Kia RIO has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, Kia RIO has 50 litres more trunk space than the BMW 2 series. The BMW 2 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Kia RIO is 1.2 metres less than that of the BMW 2 series, which means Kia RIO can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`588~ 2`001
Safety:
BMW 2 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 2 series scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
average

below average
Average price (€): no data30 200
Pros and Cons: Kia RIO has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • fewer faults
BMW 2 sērija has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • higher safety
  • better safety assist technologies
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