Kia RIO 2020 vs Toyota RAV4 2019

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Kia RIO
2020 -
Toyota RAV4
2019 - 2021
Body: SedanCrossover / SUV
Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
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 Toyota RAV4 can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.4 - 1.6 (petrol)2.0 - 2.5 (petrol, hybrid)
Both cars are available with petrol engines. Toyota RAV4 is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types.

Performance

Power: 100 - 123 HP149 - 222 HP
Torque: 132 - 151 NM206 - 250 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.3 - 12.9 seconds6 - 11 seconds
In general, Toyota RAV4 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Kia RIO. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.7 - 6.61.0 - 8.4
Kia RIO petrol engines consumes on average 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than Toyota RAV4.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 160 mm (6.3 inches)180 - 218 mm (7.1 - 8.6 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Toyota RAV4 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.40 m4.60 m
Width: 1.74 m1.86 m
Height: 1.47 m1.69 m
Kia RIO is smaller.
Kia RIO is 20 cm shorter than the Toyota RAV4, 12 cm narrower, while the height of Kia RIO is 22 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 480 litres580 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
no data1977 litres
Toyota RAV4 has more luggage space.
Kia RIO has 100 litres less trunk space than the Toyota RAV4.
Turning diameter: no data11.8 meters
Gross weight: ~ 1`588 kg~ 2`127 kg
Net weight:~ 1`173 kg~ 1`612 kg
Load capacity:~ 415 kg~ 515 kg
Kia RIO load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 24 procentiem less than Toyota RAV4. Therefore, Toyota RAV4 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety: no data
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): no data23 200
Pros and Cons: Kia RIO has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
Toyota RAV4 has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • petrol and hybrid engines available
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
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