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The Kia Rio with the Safety Pack has scored a 5-star rating in the Euro NCAP test
Safety and After Sales Service – It remains to be seen what safety features will be offered in the India-spec Rio. However, considering it is likely to be priced at a premium over the Elite i20, expect it to be on par with its Korean cousin. The automaker is expected to start selling its cars from late 2019 or early 2020.
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The hatchback is most likely to be a promising alternative to the other premium hatchbacks in the segment currently
Verdict – The Kia Rio is a very promising car and when launched in India, with the 1.2-litre powertrain, it will also get a double shot of practicality via the 1.4-litre diesel engine. It all boils down to how will the Korean carmaker price the hatchback. If it could undercut or even come at a slight premium over the segment leader, the Maruti Baleno, things could get interesting in the premium hatchback space.
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The Kia Rio shares most of its parts with the Elite i20
What’s Cool
– Sporty design
– Feature loaded interiors
– 5-star Euro NCAP rating
– Good high speed stability
What’s Not So Cool
– The engine isn’t rev happy
– Ride is a bit choppy
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The Kia Rio flanks the trademark Tiger nose grille at the front
Kia Rio Specifications
* Engine: 1197cc, 4-cylinder, Petrol
* Power: 83 PS @ 6000 RPM
* Torque: 115 Nm @ 4000 RPM
* Transmission: 5-speed manual transmission
* 0-100 km/hr: NA
* Top Speed: NA
* Suspension: MacPherson struts (Front), Coupled Torsion Beam (Rear)
* Tyre Size: 205/45/17 (Front & Rear)
* Brakes: Discs (Front), Drum (Rear), ABS
* Safety: Dual Airbags, ABS, Traction Control and Lane Departure Warning
Kia Rio Dimensions
* Overall length x width x height: 4065 mm X 1725 mm X 1450 mm
* Boot Space: 300-litres
* Ground clearance: 140 mm
* Wheelbase: 2580 mm
* Kerb weight: 1155 kgs
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Hoping to see the Kia Rio on Indian roads real soon
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