← All Kia models · Rio, all years
2022 Kia Rio
Sedan · 2015–2023 · Rio, Rio 5-Door
Trims and features
What changed for 2022
- Starting prices: +$400 (2 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: Gamma II Multi Point Injection (MPI) → 1.6L Gamma Multi Point Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder (all trims)
2022 Rio trims
| LX | S | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Starting MSRP | $16,450 | $17,090 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine | 1.6L Gamma Multi Point Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder | 1.6L Gamma Multi Point Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 120 hp | 120 hp |
| Torque | 112 lb-ft | 112 lb-ft |
| Transmission | I-CVT Automatic Transmission | I-CVT Automatic Transmission |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 36 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 13.7 cu ft | 13.7 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Length | 172.6 in | 172.6 in |
| Curb weight | 2,767 lb | 2,767 lb |
| Tech | ||
| Touchscreen | 8 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | 3.5 in | 3.5 in |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 |
| Comfort | ||
| Seats | Cloth | Cloth |
| Exterior | ||
| Wheels | 15 in | 15 in |
Packages and options (10)
| LX | S | |
|---|---|---|
| Technology Package $1,800 | — | Optional |
| Mud Guards $115 | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $75 | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $60 | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $115 | Optional | Optional |
| Carpet Floor Mat $155 | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional |
| Aurora Black $195 | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem press release, Other, Other, Other, Nhtsa vin decode, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, 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.