2012 Kia Rio Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

Rio 4dr Sdn Auto EX Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Front bucket seats -inc

    slide/recline, adjustable headrests, 6-way driver seat adjustment w/height adjust

  • 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat -inc

    adjustable outboard headrests

  • Knit cloth seat trim

  • Front center console w/sliding armrest -inc

    (2) cup holders, storage bin

  • Metal-grain trim -inc

    center fascia, steering wheel spokes, A/C switch knob, indicator panel, park brake button, vent surround

  • 4-spoke tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/Bluetooth, audio & cruise controls

  • Instrumentation -inc

    segment trip computer, LCD odometer & trip meter, tachometer, external temp display, trip distance, distance to empty, average mpg, instant mpg, digital clock

  • Indicators -inc

    door ajar, trunk open, fuel cap open, belt reminder

  • Pwr windows -inc

    driver safety lock & 1-touch auto-up/down

  • Pwr door locks -inc

    remote keyless entry, ignition key reminder, emergency door unlock, 2-turn entry, folding key w/panic button

  • Cruise control

  • Remote trunk release

  • Manual air conditioning -inc

    rear heat ducts, 4-speed heater fan

  • Rear window defroster w/timer

  • Glove box w/illumination

  • (2) 12V front pwr outlets

  • Artificial leather door trim

  • Front padded door armrests

  • Front/rear door map pockets w/bottle holders

  • Dual visors w/covered vanity mirrors

  • (3) assist grips -inc

    front passenger, dual rear, coat hook

  • Dome lamp w/delay-out

  • Cargo area lamp

  • Front seatback pockets

  • Luggage hook

  • Exterior

  • 15\ x 5.5\ steel wheels w/covers

  • P185/65R15 low rolling resistance radial tires

  • Body-color bumpers w/lip

  • Locking fuel filler door

  • Black grille w/chrome surround

  • 2-lens multi-reflector headlights -inc

    black trim bezels

  • Tinted glass

  • Body-color heated pwr mirrors

  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/mist function

  • Body-color door handles

  • Hood insulation

  • Entertainment

  • AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc

    (4) speakers, tweeter speakers, auxiliary input jack, USB port, micro roof antenna

  • SIRIUS satellite radio

  • Bluetooth connectivity

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Gas I4

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    1.6L/97

  • Fuel System

    Direct Injection

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    138 @ 6300

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    123 @ 4850

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    6.3

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    540

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    110

  • Safety

  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

  • Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)

  • Electronic stability control (ESC)

  • Hill assist control (HAC)

  • Vehicle stability management (VSM)

  • 2.5-MPH bumpers

  • Side-impact door beams

  • Front/rear crumple zones

  • Driver & front passenger advanced airbags -inc

    passenger occupancy sensor

  • Front seat-mounted side airbags

  • Front/rear side curtain airbags

  • 3-point seat belts for all seating positions -inc

    front height adjustment, front pretensioners, front load limiters, rear emergency locking retractors (ELR)

  • Rear lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)

  • Rear child safety door locks

  • Internal emergency trunk release

  • Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Electric Pwr

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    15.5

  • Turns, lock to lock

    2.8

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    34.5

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 1.6L DOHC GDI dual CVVT 16-valve I4 engine -inc

    variable intake system (VIS), aluminum block & head, engine cover

  • Active ECO system

  • 6-speed automatic transmission -inc

    auto shift lock, ignition key interlock, H-matic

  • Front wheel drive

  • 54 amp-hour battery w/battery saver

  • Smart alternator w/alternator management system (AMS)

  • MacPherson strut front suspension w/stabilizer bar

  • Coupled torsion beam axle rear suspension

  • Monotube gas shock absorbers w/coil springs

  • Electric pwr steering

  • Front vented/solid rear disc brakes

  • Tire mobility kit

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    MacPherson Strut

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Torsion Beam

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    0.79

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    NA

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    6

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    4.40

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.72

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.83

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.39

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.00

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.77

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    3.44

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    3.27

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Compact

  • Drivetrain

    Front Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 5 Basic Years / 60,000 Basic Miles

  • 10 Drivetrain Years / 100,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • 5 Corrosion Years / 100,000 Corrosion Miles

  • 5 Roadside Assistance Years / 60,000 Roadside Assistance Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    10.1 x 0.9

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    10.3 x 0.4

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA