Kia Rio

20012023 · 44 configurations

Lowest
24
Average
29
Best
36

The Kia Rio has been tested by the EPA across 44 different configurations spanning model years 2001 through 2023. Over this period, the Rio has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 24 MPG to 36 MPG, with an overall average of 29 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2023
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S1)Regular
$1,650324136MPG
2022
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S1)Regular
$1,650334136MPG
2021
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S1)Regular
$1,650334136MPG
2020
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular
$1,650334136MPG
2019
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$1,850283732MPG
2019
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$1,850293732MPG
2018
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$1,850283732MPG
2018
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$1,850293732MPG
2017
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2017
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$1,950273631MPG
2016
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2016
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$1,950273631MPG
2015
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2015
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$2,000273630MPG
2014
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,000273630MPG
2014
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$2,000273630MPG
2013
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$1,950283631MPG
2013
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$1,850293732MPG
2012
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$1,950283631MPG
2012
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdRegular
$1,850293732MPG
2011
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,000273530MPG
2011
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,000283330MPG
2010
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,000273630MPG
2010
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$1,950283431MPG
2009
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,000273330MPG
2009
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,000263530MPG
2008
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,050253529MPG
2008
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,050273229MPG
2007
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,050253529MPG
2007
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,050273229MPG
2006
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,050253529MPG
2006
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,050273229MPG
2005
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
2005
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
2004
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400223025MPG
2004
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
2004
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233026MPG
2004
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
2003
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400223025MPG
2003
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233026MPG
2002
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
2002
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300232926MPG
2001
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400222825MPG
2001
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300242926MPG

Historical Efficiency

2023
36
2022
36
2021
36
2020
36
2019
32
2018
32
2017
31
2016
31
2015
30
2014
30
2013
32
2012
32
2011
30
2010
31
2009
30
2008
29
2007
29
2006
29
2005
25
2004
26

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Rio) 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. 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
864
Total Deaths
605

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
8.8%
Fire Occurrence
3.6%
Speeding Involved
13.2%
DUI Involved
14.2%
Primary Impact Zone

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

74%
Front
17%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes102
Fatalities
76
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2022
Fatal Crashes95
Fatalities
71
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2021
Fatal Crashes96
Fatalities
72
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2020
Fatal Crashes75
Fatalities
49
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2019
Fatal Crashes81
Fatalities
48
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2018
Fatal Crashes88
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2017
Fatal Crashes88
Fatalities
66
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2016
Fatal Crashes87
Fatalities
65
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2015
Fatal Crashes93
Fatalities
65
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2014
Fatal Crashes59
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.68

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2021
1
2020
1
2018
1
2016
1
2012
1
2006
1
2003
2
2001
3
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