Kia Rio
2020–2023 model years · Generation introduced 2018
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- Available years
- 2020–2023
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $8,650–$14,025
The overview
With its all-new platform, the fourth-generation Rio sedan and hatchback sit lower, wider, and slightly longer than before. The changes bring increased passenger space for both the front and rear seats. Cabin technology makes a step forward, with the top-level EX trim benefiting from a 7-inch touch-screen infotainment system, along with voice recognition, and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. The 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine essentially carries over, though it sees horsepower decrease by 8 notches in the interest of fuel economy--a notable shortcoming with the last-tested Rio. A reworked suspension will hopefully address the stiff feel found on the previous model. Automatic emergency braking for city/urban speed is available. The Rio is available with either a six-speed automatic or manual transmission. The EX trim and manual transmission were discontinued for 2019. Changes for 2020 included a new 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine matched with a CVT.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 ↗ S sedan Front 1.6-liter 4 (120 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed | $14,025 | Not rated | Not rated | 36 MPG |
| 2022 ↗ S sedan Front 1.6-liter 4 (120 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed | $12,200 | Not rated | Not rated | 36 MPG |
| 2021 ↗ S sedan Front 1.6-liter 4 (120 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed | $10,350 | Not rated | Not rated | 32 MPG |
| 2020 ↗ S sedan Front 1.6-liter 4 (120 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed | $8,650 | Not rated | Not rated | 32 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2023 model
S sedan Front 1.6-liter 4 (120 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2023 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2018
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $14,025
- Retail value range
- $13,900 - $14,875
- Original MSRP range
- $16,750 - $17,690
- Trade-in range
- $10,785 - $11,705
Ratings
- Road test score
- 64/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 32 MPG
- EPA highway
- 41 MPG
- EPA combined
- 36 MPG
- Tested city
- 22 MPG
- Tested highway
- 48 MPG
- Tested overall
- 33 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,435
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.6 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 173 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 2,575 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 2 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 2+3+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 25826 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2022 model
S sedan Front 1.6-liter 4 (120 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2022 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2018
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $12,200
- Retail value range
- $11,375 - $12,750
- Original MSRP range
- $16,450 - $17,390
- Trade-in range
- $8,145 - $9,415
Ratings
- Road test score
- 64/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 33 MPG
- EPA highway
- 41 MPG
- EPA combined
- 36 MPG
- Tested city
- 22 MPG
- Tested highway
- 48 MPG
- Tested overall
- 33 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,435
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.6 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 173 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 2,575 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 2 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 2+3+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 23465 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2021 model
S sedan Front 1.6-liter 4 (120 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2021 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2018
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $10,350
- Retail value range
- $9,750 - $10,900
- Original MSRP range
- $16,050 - $16,990
- Trade-in range
- $6,560 - $7,625
Ratings
- Road test score
- 64/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 28 MPG
- EPA highway
- 37 MPG
- EPA combined
- 32 MPG
- Tested city
- 22 MPG
- Tested highway
- 48 MPG
- Tested overall
- 33 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,435
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.6 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 173 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 2,575 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 2 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 2+3+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 8/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 20399 First published: November 19, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2020 model
S sedan Front 1.6-liter 4 (120 hp) (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2020 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Small sedans/hatchbacks
- Generation began
- 2018
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $8,650
- Retail value range
- $8,025 - $9,050
- Original MSRP range
- $15,850 - $16,790
- Trade-in range
- $4,910 - $5,870
Ratings
- Road test score
- 64/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 28 MPG
- EPA highway
- 37 MPG
- EPA combined
- 32 MPG
- Tested city
- 22 MPG
- Tested highway
- 48 MPG
- Tested overall
- 33 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,435
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.6 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 131 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 173 in
- Width
- 68 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 102 in
- Weight
- 2,575 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 2 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 2+3+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 8/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 15024 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
