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Car Specifications2005 Kia Rio
The 2005 Kia Rio is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $19,995.
There are 2 variants of the Rio available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2005.
The 2005 Rio was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.
The Kia Rio is only available with a petrol engine that produces 82kW and 145Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $19,995 - $23,145†
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $19,995 - $23,145†
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Kia Rio
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Kia Rio comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Sport.
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Towing & Off-Road Capability
Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,990 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,695 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,840 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2005 Kia Rio
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Rio is the base variant that starts from $19,995.
See all Kia Rio PricingThe most expensive Kia Rio is the Sport variant that starts from $23,145.
See all Kia Rio PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Rio is 1100 kg shared by all variants.
See all Kia Rio towing capacityThe largest Kia Rio is the base variant which measures 1695mm wide, 3990mm in length and sits 1470mm tall.
All variants of the Kia Rio have a maximum power of 82kW and 145nm of torque.
The Kia Rio is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Kia Rio is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1670 kg.
The Kia Rio uses Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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