2012 KIA Rio Prices

Kia Motors America announced Monday an incredibly affordable price for its new 2012 KIA Rio.
Kia’s 2012 Rio 5-door is available in three different trims to give the customer options. The Rio comes in the LX, EX and SX models. The starting sticker price for the Rio 5 door is $13,600 MSRP. Kia Motors also is offering their Rio 5-door A/T starting at $14,700. Kia’s top-of-the-line, sporty SX trim sticker price starts under $18,000. Rio 5-door has been critically acclaimed for several components. The car’s exterior and interior styling are beautiful and the car has class-leading horsepower and fuel economy. The GDI engine provides impressive power and fuel efficiency.

 The new 2012 Rio 5 door also comes a bit better equipped than the previous generation car. Safety features are important and the Rio offers Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM).
The all-new Rio is the first vehicle to offer ISG technology outside of the hybrid and luxury segments. The car will automatically restart when the driver releases the brake pedal.

The new subcompact hatchback is offered in three trim levels (LX, EX and SX) with the basic model offering standard air conditioning, electric power steering, an audio system with USB and SiriusXM satellite radio, plus several safety features, including Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ABS, Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM).

The gasoline unit delivers an output of 138HP returning 30mpg city and 40 mpg highway.
Unveiled earlier this year at the 2011 New York International Auto Show, the 2012 Rio 5-door offers critically acclaimed exterior and interior styling along with class-leading horsepower and fuel economy. With the ISG technology the 2012 Rio will offer consumers an impressive and fuel-sipping 31/40 mpg.

Kia is poised to continue its momentum and brand growth through design innovation, quality, value, safety features and new technology. Kias model year 2012 vehicle line includes the Sorento CUV, Sportage compact CUV, Optima midsize sedan, Optima Hybrid, Soul urban passenger vehicle, Forte compact sedan, Forte 5-door compact hatchback, Forte Koup two-door coupe, all-new Rio and Rio 5-door sub-compacts and Sedona minivan.

- Class-leading horsepower claims based on comparisons to 2011 and available 2012 competitors as of September 2011.

- Class-leading fuel economy claims for highway based on comparisons to 2011 and available 2012 competitors as of September 2011. EPA fuel economy estimates 30 mpg/city and 40 mpg/hwy for 2012 Rio 5-door. Actual mileage may vary.

- Starting price is manufacturers suggested retail price (MSRP) for lowest trim level. MSRP excludes $750 destination and handling fee, title, taxes, license, options and dealer charges.

- Class-leading fuel economy claims for highway based on comparisons to 2011 and available 2012 competitors as of September 2011. EPA fuel economy estimates 30 mpg/city and 40 mpg/hwy for 2012 Rio 5-door.

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2011 KIA Rio Review

Kia Rio

2011 Kia Rio is a subcompact vehicle that delivers respectable fuel economy and is offered in hatchback and sedan body styles. The Kia Rio falls in to the less expensive category. As a four-door hatchback or entry level sedan, the Rio is clearly short on features. The base model doesn’t come with power steering, power accessories, antilock brakes and air conditioning.

The wagon is offered in SX and LX trim levels only. The LX model gets power steering, split folding 60-40 rear seatbacks, antilock brakes and air conditioning.

The high end trim SX trim level of 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with 16 in alloy wheels, two additional speakers, fog lamps, Bluetooth, rear spoiler, leather wrapped steering column with audio controls, heated car mirror with incorporated turn signals, upgraded cloth upholstery, power windows, cruise control and remote keyless entry.

The 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with standard safety features which include fully side curtain airbags and side impact airbags.

If you can’t afford the Honda Civic or Kia Forte, and don’t mind driving a car that offers the bare minimum, the Kia Rio will suit your needs. In a class crowed with cars that offer a fair price, numerous standard features and good performance, the Kia Rio has difficulty competing. Kia offers another car, the Kia Forte, which makes up for the Rio’s meager list of standard features and small trunk. Details: 2011 Kia Rio

Rio5 hatchback models come in LX and SX trims. A manual transmission comes with the Base Rio, and an automatic transmission is standard on the $15,095 Rio5.

For 2011, the Kia Rio gains optional Bluetooth Connectivity.
Considering the Rios low price, the driving experience is surprisingly good, with a peppy feel in most respects. The Rio handles reasonably well, brakes seem strong, and theres enough gumption from the powertrain and 110-hp, 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine for most driving, aside from high-speed passes.

The 2011 Rio offers a well-designed interior, but it doesnt step outside its small-car roots or offer any packaging magic. While the base-model Rio strictly offers reliable transportation on a tight budget, the 2011 Kia Rio and Rio5 come well-equipped in their upper trims. The Rio SX model gets a sportier suspension, alloy wheels, fog lamps, and a spoiler, plus sport seats, leather trim, and Sirius Satellite Radio.

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