2009 Kia Rio

Starting at$14,020 SPECS

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The 2009 Kia Rio is a subcompact sedan known for its affordability and versatility. It was available in LX and EX trim levels, with both offering a spacious interior for its size. The LX came equipped with standard features such as air conditioning, power windows, and a CD player. The EX added alloy wheels, fog lights, and a sunroof. Under the hood, the Rio was powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produced 110 horsepower and 107 lb-ft of torque. It was paired with either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission. The Rio's fuel economy was rated at 27 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway with the manual transmission, and 25 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway with the automatic transmission.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

The price of the 2009 Rio starts at $14,020 and goes up to $14,020 depending on the trim and options.

Rio 4dr Sdn Man $12,190

Rio 4dr Sdn Man LX $13,920

Rio 5dr HB Man Rio5 LX $14,020

Rio 4dr Sdn Man SX $14,720

Rio 4dr Sdn Auto LX $14,770

Rio 5dr HB Auto Rio5 LX $14,870

Rio 5dr HB Man Rio5 SX $14,975

Rio 4dr Sdn Auto SX $15,570

Rio 5dr HB Auto Rio5 SX $15,820

Power

The 2009 Kia Rio comes with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 110 horsepower and 107 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission. The Rio's performance is adequate, with the car reaching 60 mph in about 10.5 seconds and having a top speed of 105 mph. The Rio's fuel economy is also impressive, with the car getting an EPA-estimated 26 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.

Interior Comfort and Cargo

The interior of the 2009 Kia Rio featured a basic and functional design with cloth seats and a center console that housed the audio system and climate controls. While not particularly luxurious, the cabin offered a comfortable ride for its size. In terms of comfort, the front seats provided decent support, but the rear seats were somewhat cramped for taller passengers. Regarding cargo space, the Rio offered a relatively generous 13.7 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats. With the rear seats folded down, the cargo capacity expanded to a respectable 45.1 cubic feet. This made the Rio suitable for carrying a reasonable amount of luggage or small hauling tasks.

Infotainment Safety Warranty

The 2009 Kia Rio offers a modest suite of safety features, including anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, and front airbags. It lacks advanced driver-assistance systems like lane departure warning and automatic emergency braking.

The Rio comes with a basic audio system featuring a CD player and auxiliary input. Bluetooth connectivity is not available, limiting hands-free phone use and audio streaming.

Kia provides a 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, which is more comprehensive than most competitors' coverage. Scheduled maintenance is recommended every 5,000 miles or 6 months.

2009 Kia Rio

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