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    2015 Kia Rio

    The 2015 Kia Rio is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $22,490 for the LX variant and topping out at $25,790 for the EX variant.

    There are 2 variants of the Rio available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2015.

    The 2015 Rio was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Kia Rio include 1.4L in-line 4-cylinder (80kW/137Nm) and 1.4L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (66kW/240Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual or 4-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $22,490 - $25,790
    Transmission
    4-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $22,490 - $25,790
    Transmission
    4-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2015 Kia Rio

    Available Variants

    The Kia Rio comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being LX and the most expensive being EX.

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    Power to Weight
    57.19 - 67.57 kW/t
    57.19 kW/t
    120.69 kW/t
    Boot Space
    288 litres
    210 litres
    363 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    3.9 - 6.3 L/100km
    3.9 L/100km
    8.4 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    683 - 1,103 km
    643 km
    1,103 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Braked Towing Capacity
    850 - 1,150 kg
    850 kg
    1,200 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    140 mm
    118 mm
    164 mm
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    2015 Kia Rio

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    2015 Kia Rio

    Dimensions

    4,050 mm
    1,720 mm
    1,455 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,050 mm
    Overall Width1,720 mm
    Overall Height1,455 mm
    Wheelbase2,570 mm
    Turning Circle10,520 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2015 Kia Rio

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Kia Rio is the LX variant that starts from $22,490.

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    The most expensive Kia Rio is the EX variant that starts from $25,790.

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    The best towing capacity of a Kia Rio is offered by the LX variant which can tow 1150 kg.

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    The largest Kia Rio is the LX variant which measures 1720mm wide, 4050mm in length and sits 1455mm tall.

    All variants of the Kia Rio have a maximum power of 80kW and 137nm of torque.

    The Kia Rio is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.

    The Kia Rio may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.

    † 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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