Used Kia Rio

• Overview

  

  If you’re looking for an affordable, yet advanced used vehicle, you may want to consider searching for a used Kia Rio for sale at your local car dealership. Currently, in its fourth generation, the Kia Rio has become an increasingly popular subcompact car among consumers. It is efficient, advanced, and modern while remaining affordable even when purchasing new.

  Throughout its four generations, the third generation of the Kia Rio is now one of the most popular generations for consumers looking to purchase a used model. The third generation included the 2012-2017 model years, featuring substantial changes in the 2012 model year followed by minor changes through the end of the generation.

  All Kia Rio models in the third generation are powered by the same 1.6L 4-cylinder engine, which produces up to 138 hp and offers high fuel economy ratings for the subcompact car class. Every model year of this generation was also known for its spacious interior and incredibly upscale cabin. From the 2012-2017 model years, the entertainment suite onboard the Kia Rio gradually upgraded, eventually offering advanced features like a 7-inch touchscreen display, navigation, Bluetooth, and voice recognition technology.

  The third generation of the Kia Rio was available in three trim levels, including the LX, EX, and SX models. With the exception of the 2017 model, the SX trim offered a 4-door body style. The SX trim level was also the most luxurious trim level, offering features like leather upholstery, heated front seats, and more advanced entertainment technology.

  Overall, a used Kia Rio for sale from the third generation offers a high level of technology, efficiency, and premium features at an incredibly affordable price. Even drivers looking to purchase a used Kia Rio SX for its luxury features can find it for a low price at their local used car dealership. It can be difficult to determine which third generation model of the Kia Rio is best for you. To help get you started, let’s take a look at each model year of the third generation Kia Rio and take a closer look at this subcompact car’s many changes and enhancements.

• 2012-2013

  

  In 2012, the Kia Rio was completely redesigned for the opening of the third generation, UB, which would eventually come to a close with the 2017 model year. As a generation opener, the 2012 Kia Rio represented a significant year in terms of changes and enhancements. Upon its release onto the market, critics praised the 2012 Kia Rio for its upscale cabin and increasingly sporty handling. The fuel efficiency also improved, offering high fuel economy ratings of up to 29 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway with its 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed manual transmission. While the manual transmission was standard, an automatic transmission was available. In terms of entertainment, this used Kia Rio for sale can be found with a CD audio system, satellite radio, and a USB port, Available entertainment features for the 2012 model year included Bluetooth and voice recognition technology. Overall, drivers looking for a used Kia Rio for sale of this model year can expect high fuel economy ratings, a premium interior, and a few modern entertainment features.

  For 2013, the Kia Rio saw very few changes from the 2012 model year, as is to be expected following a year of substantial changes. However, the 2013 Kia Rio did make a few changes to its SX trim, including steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. As the sport-based trim, the Kia Rio SX also offered a few upgrades to its suspension and was available equipped with an automatic transmission. The 2013 Kia Rio also introduced Start/Stop technology and made a few minor changes to the overall design of the interior and exterior design of the vehicle. Like the 2012 Kia Rio, the 2013 model offered up to 138 hp and offered nearly identical fuel economy ratings.

• 2014-2015

  

  The 2014 Kia Rio featured no major changes to the 2013 Kia Rio, minus upgrades to the overall design of the vehicle. This used Kia Rio for sale can be found with the same 1.6L 4-cylinder engine, which produces up to 138 hp and offers slightly adjusted fuel economy ratings of up to 27 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. In terms of cargo space, this model of the Kia Rio offers up to 49.8 cubic feet of space with the seats folded down on its hatchback model. Entertainment features on the 2014 Kia Rio match those offered on the 2012-2013 Kia Rio, and the cabin remains upscale compared to other vehicles in its class.

  For 2015, the Kia Rio remained one of the top-rated subcompact cars in its class, featuring a premium standard cabin and plenty of available luxury features including leather seating, heated front seats, and the UVO infotainment system with a touchscreen display. Other available features on the 2015 Kia Rio included navigation, Bluetooth, keyless entry, and push-button start. The UVO infotainment system received positive reviews from drivers and critics for its user-friendly interface and clear display. Drivers looking for a used Kia Rio with modern entertainment and convenience features will want to check out a 2015 Kia Rio. While the performance of the vehicle remained the same as previous model years, the overall technology received a substantial update as well as the vehicle’s styling.

• 2016-2017

  

  The 2016 Kia Rio made a few changes to its hatchback model, including a standard automatic transmission, where this was previously only an available feature for drivers looking for an alternative to the vehicle’s standard manual transmission. Meanwhile, the sedan models of the Kia Rio remain largely the same in term of power, performance, and efficiency. For the 2016 model year, the Kia Rio continued to receive praise from critics for its sporty handling and spacious and upscale interior. The Kia Rio was also becoming increasingly popular during this time due to its consistently high-reliability ratings. Typically subcompact cars earn a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5, however, the Kia Rio earned a near-perfect score with a 4.5 rating from J.D. Power. Not only was this an impressive rating for the subcompact car class, but among other types of vehicles available on the market as well.

  Like previous third generation models, the 2016 Kia Rio can be found in three trim levels: LX, EX, and SX. If you’re looking for a used Kia Rio for sale with all of the luxury features available, you’ll to inquire about an SX model at your local dealership.

  Marking the last model year of the third generation, no major changes were made to the 2017 Kia Rio in order to prepare for the redesigned 2018 Kia Rio. However, the 4-door body style of the SX trim level was discontinued for the 2017 model year. For 2017, the Kia Rio was still available in the LX, EX, and SX trim levels, with the SX model remaining incredibly luxurious. The 2017 Kia Rio SX can be found equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen display, navigation, voice command technology, heated front seats, leather seating, and a rearview camera. The EX trim level also offers a nice selection of premium features including a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Bluetooth, and remote keyless entry.

  Overall, the 2017 Kia Rio is a great option for drivers looking for an affordable used vehicle with all of the modern technology and styling of a new vehicle. If you’re looking to save even more money, earlier models of the third generation feature matching engine options and performance, identical cargo space, and similar overall design. The 2012 Kia Rio is most certainly the third generation model year that featured the most notable upgrades, minor changes throughout the model years lead to an advanced, modern, and consumer-favorite generation closer.

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