2013 Kia Rio LX Automatic

• Fuel Consumption: City: 28 mpg
• Fuel Consumption: Highway: 36 mpg
• 4-wheel ABS Brakes
• Front Ventilated disc brakes
• 1st and 2nd row curtain head airbags
• Passenger Airbag
• Side airbag
• Digital Audio Input
• In-Dash single CD player
• Audio system memory card slot
• MP3 player
• SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite Radio
• SIRIUS Satellite Radio(TM)
• Speed Sensitive Audio Volume Control
• Surround Audio
• Total Number of Speakers: 4
• Braking Assist
• ABS and Driveline Traction Control
• Stability control
• Privacy glass: Light
• Wheel Diameter: 15
• Wheel Width: 5.5
• Urethane steering wheel trim
• Metal-look shift knob trim
• Trip computer
• External temperature display
• Tachometer
• Manufacturer's 0-60mph acceleration time (seconds): 8.2 s
• Power remote driver mirror adjustment
• Heated driver mirror
• Heated passenger mirror
• Power remote passenger mirror adjustment
• Dual vanity mirrors
• Audio controls on steering wheel
• Mechanical remote trunk release
• Cloth seat upholstery
• Bucket front seats
• Rear bench
• Fold forward seatback rear seats
• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
• Speed-proportional electric power steering
• Suspension class: Regular
• Interior air filtration
• Manual front air conditioning
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Cargo area light
• Max cargo capacity: 14 cu.ft.
• Vehicle Emissions: ULEV II
• Fuel Type: Regular unleaded
• Fuel Capacity: 11.4 gal.
• Instrumentation: Low fuel level
• Clock: In-radio display
• Driver Seat Head Restraint Whiplash Protection
• Head Restraint Whiplash Protection with Passenger Seat
• Coil front spring
• Regular front stabilizer bar
• Independent front suspension classification
• Strut front suspension
• Front Independent Suspension
• Coil rear spring
• Semi-independent rear suspension
• Torsion beam rear suspension
• Front suspension stabilizer bar
• Variable intermittent front wipers
• Black grille
• Center Console: Full with storage
• Curb weight: 2,480 lbs.
• Overall Length: 171.9"
• Overall Width: 67.7"
• Overall height: 57.3"
• Wheelbase: 101.2"
• Front Head Room: 40.0"
• Rear Head Room: 37.6"
• Front Leg Room: 43.8"
• Rear Leg Room: 31.1"

Model Highlights

The 2013 Kia Rio comes in sedan or 5-door hatchback bodystyles and is offered in three different trim levels: LX, EX and SX. Regardless of the model, all Rios are powered by a 138-hp 1.6L 4-cylinder engine. LX models come with either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission, while the other two trims only get the automatic. Although the system makes little difference in the official EPA ratings, those who commute in stop-and-go conditions might notice an improvement of several miles per gallon. The Rio's direct-injected engine is among the more efficient engines of its size, returning fuel economy ratings of 29 mpg city and 37 highway with the manual transmission. Also of note is the Rio's optional fuel-saving Idle Stop and Go Technology--Kia's version of an engine start/stop system that will automatically shut the engine off at stoplights and restart it right when accelerating away. The Rio's lightweight structure uses more high-strength steel, while the suspension--MacPherson struts in front, with a stabilizer bar and a torsion-beam setup in back--is configured for a good combination of nimble around-town handling and good passenger comfort. SX models get a somewhat stiffer, sportier calibration. Overall, there's no significant difference in passenger room between the Rio sedan and hatchback models. However, the sedan is about a foot longer, bringing an especially roomy trunk. But with their split-folding rear seatbacks, which free up a vast cargo hold when down, hatchback models are arguably a bit more versatile. All 2013 Rio models come with six standard airbags, including front seat-mounted bags plus full-length side-curtain bags. Electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes are standard on the Rio, as is a Hill Start Assist Control system to avoid rolling back on uphill starts. Rio LX models include steering-wheel audio controls, a trip computer, split-folding rear seatbacks and a driver's seat that's height-adjustable. EX models add a host of popular features including a tilt/telescopic steering wheel, Bluetooth connectivity with voice commands, power windows and upgraded trims. A Power Package is available on the LX, adding power windows and keyless entry, while a Convenience Package for the EX adds alloy wheels, and the UVO voice-activated, touch-screen infotainment system. At the top of the model line, the Rio SX comes with power-folding outside mirrors, dual illuminated vanity mirrors, a rear camera system and Kia's UVO voice-activated infotainment system. Additionally, the SX is dressed up with metal pedals, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, an upgraded instrument cluster, LED front running lights and LED taillights. An SX Premium Package adds navigation with SiriusXM Traffic and rear camera display, which replaces the UVO system. Push-button start is also included, as are heated leather seating and a power sunroof.