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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 2365 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 92.2 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 104.1 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.6 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.8 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 6.1 inches | ||
Overall Length | 166.9 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 53.5 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 11.9 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 32.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 98.4 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 66.7 inches |
Exterior
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 27 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 32 mpg | ||
Combined | 29 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Manual | ||
5 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular |
Performance
Horsepower | 110 @ 6000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 107 @ 4500 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 10 years / 100000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / 100000 miles |
2008 Kia Rio Sedan 4D Standard Features
2008 Kia Rio
KBB.com Review
You'll Like This Car If...
If you’re seeking a fuel-efficient small car that is affordable, stylish, roomy and well equipped, the 2008 Kia Rio makes a great choice. Those worried about long-term reliability can take comfort in the Rio’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
You May Not Like This Car If...
If finding a car with the highest fuel efficiency, best resale value and strongest customer satisfaction survey responses are more important than a low sticker price, purchasing a Nissan, Scion or Honda may be a better choice.
2008 Kia Rio
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
4.3
Consumer Rating
215 ratings
Value
4.4
Performance
4.3
Quality
4.3
Comfort
4.2
Reliability
4.5
Styling
4.3
2008 Kia Rio Sedan 4D Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Not Available
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
5.0
Front Side
4.0
Rear Side
3.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 2008 Kia Rio Sedan 4D |  Used 2009 Chrysler Sebring |  Used 2008 Mercury Sable | Used 2009 Dodge Avenger | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,400 | $2,500 | $2,225 | $2,550 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 4.2 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 27/Hwy 32/Comb 29 MPG | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG | City 18/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | City 16/Hwy 27/Comb 20 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 110 @ 6000 RPM | 173 @ 6000 RPM | 260 @ 6250 RPM | 235 @ 6400 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, HO, 3.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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