Kia Rio Eco

20132017 · 5 configurations

Lowest
31
Average
31
Best
32

The Kia Rio Eco has been tested by the EPA across 5 different configurations spanning model years 2013 through 2017. Over this period, the Rio Eco has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 31 MPG to 32 MPG, with an overall average of 31 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2017
31
2016
31
2015
31
2014
31
2013
32

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Rio Eco) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Kia Rio Eco. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Kia KIA Rio/Rio5 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
276
Total Deaths
178

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
7.2%
Fire Occurrence
3.6%
Speeding Involved
12.3%
DUI Involved
14.5%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
14%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes34
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.76
2022
Fatal Crashes30
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2021
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2020
Fatal Crashes28
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2019
Fatal Crashes30
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2018
Fatal Crashes29
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2017
Fatal Crashes31
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.81
2016
Fatal Crashes31
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2015
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2014
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.63

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2016
1
2013
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory