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About the Kia Rio
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2021 Kia Rio's used prices in Australia typically range from $16,100 for the Sport variant and topping out at $23,100 for the Gt-line.
There are 4 variants of the Rio available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2020.
Engine options include 1.4L petrol (74kW/133Nm) and 1.0L turbo petrol (74kW/172Nm). Available with 6 speed manual, 6 speed automatic or 7 speed auto dual clutch transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 2021 Rio was offered with a 7 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
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2021 Kia Rio Price
SPORT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 6 sp manual Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $20,590 |
| 1.4L, 6 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $22,890 |
GT-LINE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.0L, 7 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $24,490 |
SX
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 6 sp manual Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $20,090 |
| 1.4L, 6 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $22,390 |
S
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 6 sp manual Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $19,090 |
| 1.4L, 6 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $21,390 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 Kia Rio Dimensions
1450mm
1725mm
4065mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2021 Kia Rio Fuel Economy
There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the Kia Rio
The most fuel efficient Kia Rio is the GT-LINE with a 7 SPEED AUTO DUAL CLUTCH which is powered by a 1.0L TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ and uses 5.3L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Kia Rio that uses the most amount of fuel is the S with a 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 1.4L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 6.2L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
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| Kia Rio | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4L, 6 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | Unleaded | 6.0 L/100km |
| 1.4L, 6 sp manual Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | Unleaded | 5.6 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Kia Rio?
You should service yourRio at your authorised Kia dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the Rio's warranty.
2021 Kia Rio Warranty
What is the warranty on a Kia Rio?
The Kia Rio offers a 7 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Kia Rio FAQs
The cheapest Kia Rio is the SPORT that starts from $16,100.
The most expensive Kia Rio is the GT-LINE that starts from $23,100.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Rio is offered by the GT-LINE which can tow 1100 kg
The largest Kia Rio is the GT-LINE which measures 1725mm wide, 4070mm in length and sits 1450mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Rio is the GT-LINE which has 74kW of power from its 1.0L TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ engine.
The Kia Rio is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Rio is the GT-LINE which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Rio uses Unleaded Petrol.