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2015 Kia Rio
Sedan · 2015–2023 · Rio, Rio 5-Door
Trims and features
What changed for 2015
First year we have trim data for.
2015 Rio trims
| EX | LX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | from $16,990 | from $13,990 | $18,090 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection | 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection |
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp |
| Torque | 123 lb-ft | 123 lb-ft | 123 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Sportmatic | 6-Speed Automatic: Sportmatic 6-Speed Manual: — | Sportmatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Standard / Eco Package | 6-Speed Automatic / 6-Speed Manual | — |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 31 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 13.7 cu ft | 13.7 cu ft | 13.7 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 171.9 in | 171.9 in |
| Curb weight | Standard: 2,573 lb Eco Package: 2,598 lb | 6-Speed Automatic: 2,573 lb 6-Speed Manual: 2,494 lb | 2,613 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | Standard: — Eco Package: 4.3 in | — | 4.3 in + option |
| Apple CarPlay | — | — | Optional |
| Android Auto | — | — | Optional |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth + option |
| Heated seats | — | — | Optional |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | — | — | Optional |
| Wheels | 15 in | 15 in | 17 in |
Packages and options (25)
| EX | LX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX Convenience Package $1,200 | — | — | — |
| EX Eco Package $400 | Optional | — | — |
| LX Power Package $1,200 | — | — | — |
| SX Premium Package $2,500 | — | — | Optional |
| Mud Guards $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Spoiler $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | — | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpet Floor Mat $120 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Compass and HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| iPod Cable $29 | — | — | Optional |
| Aurora Black $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bright Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Chestnut | Optional | — | — |
| Clear White | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Midnight Sapphire | Optional | — | Optional |
| Platinum Graphite | Optional | — | — |
| Signal Red | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Beige Cloth | — | Optional | — |
| Beige Premium Cloth | Optional | — | — |
| Black Cloth | — | Optional | — |
| Black Leather | — | — | Optional |
| Black Premium Cloth | Optional | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Oem order guide. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Rio 2018–2023 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | Standard | 1 | 11 |
| 2022 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | Standard | 1 | 11 |
| 2021 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 15 |
| 2021 | Kia Rio 5 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 15 |
| 2020 | Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 1 | 27 |
| 2020 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 1 | 27 |
| 2019 | Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 1 | 21 |
| 2018 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 1 | 28 |
| 2018 | Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 31 |
| 2017 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 31 |
| 2016 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 77 |
| 2016 | Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 77 |
| 2015 | Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 52 |
| 2015 | Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 1 | 52 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Rio | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 36 |
| 2022 | Rio | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 36 |
| 2021 | Rio | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 36 |
| 2020 | Rio | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 36 |
| 2019 | Rio | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
32 |
| 2018 | Rio | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
32 |
| 2017 | Rio | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
30–31 |
| 2017 | Rio Eco | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 31 |
| 2016 | Rio | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
30–31 |
| 2016 | Rio Eco | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 31 |
| 2015 | Rio | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
30 |
| 2015 | Rio Eco | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 31 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.