Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
27 -28 City / 37 HWY
Horsepower
138
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle China L
I think the most interesting detail are the safety features.
It is reliable, comfortable and has lots of technology. The technology is not just basic. It is actually innovative. I also got a free subscription to Sirius FM. I like my car a lot because it is also good on gas, takes me where I need to go. It also has heated seats for driver and passenger, also has a television for passengers and drivers.
accountCircle Megan S
15 Kia Rio, great gas mileage!
I do not know too much about specs and such, but I do know it is a great small car. It has great gas mileage. It is easy to maintain. It runs great in the city and on the highway. One negative for me is I Does not have cruise control, which if you are traveling far distances could be a bother.
accountCircle Gail W
Catching the corners. The performance is really great.
The car is great on gas, had it 4 years with no major mechanical issues. All around great car. I definitely would recommend the car to anyone that is looking for a little car. The only thing the car is leaking is cruise control. The car is gray on the highway.
accountCircle Sonya W
It's great on gas, has all the necessary features, and cost under 20k.
I like the size and affordability of my Kia. It doesn't have cruise control, but I rarely ever used that anyway. I would eventually like something with more smart features, though.
accountCircle Daniel H
Good value vehicle. I'm happy with this choice
This car is reliable almost put on 50,000 miles without an issue. Drove halfway across the country still no issues. Gas mileage is great easily averaging above 30 mpg city/freeway. For the value at what this vehicle costs compared to competition I don't believe there is a better choice.
accountCircle derek b
That the car is a very good and consistent brand that work well
Nice and comfortable seats. Lots of legroom and space in the trunk. Good used car
accountCircle Karley P
Would recommend for frequent drivers.
Problem wise, my only complaint is its a little more compact inside when it comes to space. The front seat is nice with space but then you hardly have any room in the back seat. Other than that it's a very nice car, big spacious trunk, great on gas mileage and its alot easier waving through traffic.
accountCircle Wanda J
The car gets decent gas mileage.
No complaints. Good gas mileage. Easy to drive. Like the looks. Very comfortable on long drives. Love the body style.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Emma N
Kia Rio comfort and space review.
It is very uncomfortable. The car is low to the ground and difficult to get in and out of. It is light and fishtails in weather. There is limited room in the backseat. The trunk is small. A medium size box will not fit in trunk. There is no Bluetooth feature. The only good thing is the gas mileage and the low maintenance cost.
accountCircle Nikolas M
Small silver sedan thy is great on gas.
I bought this car two weeks ago and my check engine light is already on, my tire pressure light is on, and my airbag light is on. The car is small and cramped. The only positive about this car is the gas mileage, I can fill my tank up for 15.00. I am just not used to this type of vehicle.
accountCircle Charles L
Very poor performing car.
The car has had problems since the day I drove it off the lot. It has cost me over $5k in repairs to include a new ac, 5 batteries, and an issue with the gas tank. Plus complete brake failure resulting in a accident. The front bumper is very low on the car and from day one it would get hung up on parking spot concrete tire stops.
accountCircle Michelle L
Extremely basic rinky dink car.
It is very noisy on freeways and bumpy roads plus not at all a smooth ride. No power windows or locks. Also for being fairly new not sure why has sat radio and no Bluetooth avail in the car. No cruise control. Not enough cup holders and the digital features are non existent.
accountCircle Timmy T
It really accelerates quickly for such a small car, and even after all that zoomy speed, it's got great fuel economy
I like my vehicle because the aesthetics and gas mileage is fantastic, but it does not have a very high impact rating and local maintenance shops charge greatly to repair it.
accountCircle Sondra D
Kia Rio, great mileage and low maintenance.
Seems like it runs really good but it is the most uncomfortable riding car ever. I have a bad back and can hardly get out of it. The pain is simply not worth it. The car has not needed much maintenance other than tires and oil changes and now it is needing brakes and that will be in the spring. The back seat is totally uncomfortable too. When you hit any kind of a bump you can really feel it. I'd like to get into some sort of front wheel drive small SUV.
accountCircle Kylee B
Great “little“ car cute but compact.
It runs great, it is reliable, and gas efficient. Although it is a bit snug, and you cannot fit much in it. It is good for a family of 3 but if I was a family of 4 I’d get a different car, a bigger model. Still my Kia is a great little car that gets me around just fine.
accountCircle Dean H
It has really good gas mileage compared to other cars the same size.
I like the gas mileage I get. It has a big trunk that can fit 2 28 inch suitcase and a 24 inch suitcase. I don't like the fact that the passenger seat cannot rise, it stays at a low level and the passenger cannot see over the dash.

Kia Rio Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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LX
138 HP 31 MPG 5 Seats
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EX
138 HP 31 MPG 5 Seats
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SX
138 HP 31 MPG 5 Seats
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2015 Kia Rio Owner Reviews

4.09
122 Reviews
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5 stars 39%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 19%
2 stars 3%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Steven G on June 9, 2021
My Kia a few pros and cons you should know.
I like my Kia but sometimes I feel its to simple and a little plain. It is very reliable though and has not broke down. It also came with a bunch of warranty and a free membership for roadside assistance. Downside it's only free a year but still that's a nice amount of time.
accountCircle Anita Y on March 26, 2021
Kia Rio (2015) - used with 33,057 miles. Red in color. One owner.
Red Kia Rio (2015) very comfortable and reliable. Low gas mileage. CD player, am/FM radio also has an outlet to charge phone. Manual windows with power seats and steering. No problems very dependable and great car for travel and easy to park in parking spaces. Along with easy to handle backup. Great viewing of other vehicles in the back and on each side. Great value for the price.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Mark T.

The pros of my car are as follows: the Gas mileage is great, the tires cost less, and it has been a very reliable car so far. It also handles well and has a clear line of sight. So far there have been no recalls.

likeFilled Dylan K.

Pros: Great gas mileage, plenty of room for taller people, seats 5 people, ample trunk space. So far, no mechanical or electrical issues. Comfortable ride. Cons: Loud road noise, lackluster sound system, though not bad.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Mark T.

I do not like how drives in the winter. The small size means it is much lighter than other cars I have driven so it slides around more on ice and snow. It also gets blown around by the wind more than heavier cars.

dislikeFilled Dylan K.

On the freeway or just at high speeds, road noise is more noticeable than in most vehicles I have been in. The speaker system does not have that great of bass, but is still useable. Overall not a bad car at all.

Ranks #30 Small Cars by Owners

The 2015 Kia Rio has an average owner rating of 4.12 out of 5 which ranks it #30 of 37 other Small Cars.

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4.83
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4.8
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4.09

Ranks #10 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2015 Kia Rio has a combined MPG of 40 which ranks it #10 of 37 other Small Cars.

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122 MPG
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48 MPG
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37 MPG

Is The 2015 Kia Rio A Good Car?

Yes the 2015 Kia Rio is an amazing vehicle. The gas mileage is amazing on highway and interstate. The 2015 Kia Rio has a great size trunk
Robert M.

How Reliable Is The 2015 Kia Rio?

Yes, the 2015 Kia Rio is a very reliable vehicle. No, the 2015 Kia Rio does not have any problems...
Violet C.

Is The 2015 Kia Rio A Good Value?

My 2015 Kia Rio costed about $15,000 used from Carmax. $15,000 for this 2015 Kia Rio is an amazing value
Kathleen K.
I was about $19000 I got it off a good deal with a good person that sold it to me I was so happy when I got it like it made me feel like I had something to hold on to
Aaron D.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2015 Kia Rio crankshaft position sensor location?

Answer: The 2015 Kia Rio's crankshaft position sensor is located right next to the oil filter housing on the underside of the vehicle. It's at the lower front end of the engine, near the transmission, facing the...

Does the 2015 Kia Rio have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: This 2015 Kia Rio makes use of a timing chain, not a belt. A timing chain is designed to last the entire operational life span of the vehicle, so assuming all goes well then You should not need to bother with...

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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

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Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety