2020 Kia Rio | Read Owner Reviews, Prices, Specs

IIHS Crash Test

Good

Source IIHS.org

MPG (up to)

33 City / 41 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

120

Seats

5

Positive Owner Reviews

Chrizound

Is a fun car

It has less hp than the 2018, good thing I bought the first model of the line, the 2018 ?

Zachary D

It is a very great little small car.

Performance is great. Rides very smooth and is comfortable to drive. The gas mileage is fantastic. It is a really nice small car and it is the perfect size, no more extra space than you need. It has a very nice design and looks very slick. It is very easy to wash since the car is so small, barely takes any time.

Roy H

Exceptional. It has much more pick up than I expected in a vehicle of this size.

No problems.This is a very good vehicle to driver.Very good gas mileage plenty of room and the trunk size is bigger than expected. I love the way it handles and for four cylinder it has very good pick up and passes with ease. Out on the open road it gets over 40 miles per gallon and I am very pleased with that.

Lauren M

Fast, comfortable car. Love it!

I love my new 2020 Kia Rio! My favorite thing is how quickly the ac turns on after starting the car. I also love having sports mode since I live around a lot of hills. I just wish it had more space. It is a super comfortable car and I am glad I got it.

Emily C

No more worrying about texting and driving.

I just recently got this car so there has not been any problems yet. Filling up my Rio is much cheaper than it was to fill up my Mazda tribute, and it was not expensive at all compared to other cars. I find driving to be really comfortable. My favorite feature of the car is that if you plug in your phone with the USB port, it displays some of your apps on the screen in the car. If you receive a text while you are driving, it reads it to you and gives you the option to reply by telling it what to say. It helps my mom feel more relaxed while I am out, knowing that I will not be texting and driving.

Janel G

My black Kia Rio is very small and cute.

The Kia Rio is very comfortable I love the interior because it is black I especially like the touchscreen and very good performance. The music in the car sounds great the only thing is that I have little space in the back seat of the car making it a tab bit annoying when having people in the back.

Zoe L

The best car I have ever owned.

The car runs so smooth. I had a 2002 Chevrolet that was falling apart and when we got this car it changed my life. I feel safe and comfortable in the car. The only thing I think is weird about the car is that the camera on the back is not in the middle of the car. This is not really a big deal but sometimes when it rains you cannot see through the camera cause of a raindrop. The glasses holder in the front closes and opens smoothly. The trunk can hold a lot and it is really easy to put the back seats down for extra storage.

Mary G

10/10 would recommend to anyone.

I have had an abundance of misfortunes with other vehicles. My 2020 Kia Rio is super reliable and quality. The vehicle offers a touch screen display and backup camera, which is a great feature. The mpg is great as well. I drive 100 miles round trip every day and I only have to fill up once a week!

Negative Owner Reviews

simao

Those cars stii need more work, not ready to be sold, too much electrical problem

No

Amanda B

The car has apple CarPlay which is very helpful for playing music and using GPS.

I had loved my car when I first got it, but after I had the first oil change it started to develop breaking and acceleration issues that they are not fixing for me. I have gone to the dealership and have left my car there for multiple days and they keep telling me the car is fine when it is not.

Jon L

Fairly decent family car with good gas mileage.

It is a small compact car and sits very low to the ground but the inside is fairly spacious. The engine is small and it is pretty good on gas. Mostly my girlfriend and I use it to go back and forth from work, home, and the grocery store and it is very reliable.

Patrice J

I think the Kia Rio is sporty and I absolutely love the Bluetooth capabilities.

I think the Kia Rio is great I was highly disappointed that a 2020 vehicle did not come with keyless entry. This is really annoying and very inconvenient. I even tried to order one and pay for it myself but it is not even an option. Also the vehicle is very small but no other issues thus far.

Diane

2016 vs 2020 Rio

Preferred my 2016 Rio EX over my 2020 Rio S hands down. Buyers remorse, i guess. EX felt sporty, had extras the S-type doesnt have & even looks better inside & especially outside. Even the seats were more comfortable in the 2016.

Kathleen V

Cheap car-- cheap interior.

This is obviously a cheap small car -- unfortunately the interior is cheap as well and uncomfortable. The driver's seat is too narrow and hard and the console between the two front seats is a joke -- it has no storage area but does have cup holders. I believe these are the only cup holders in the car but the seem to want people to put bottles in the bins on the door.

Lillian K

Good boring affordable car.

There are no problems. I'drives well. Has great gas mileage. But it is really boring and basic. Oh and set up with android auto has been a nightmare. And I do not like how a censor dings whenever the outside temp drops below freezing. Censors should only startle and alert people for things they can fix/control/need to know.

Judy R

Nice family car with a lot of reliability for peace of mind.

Nice body lines, fair technology but no GPS feature included, seats are comfortable and cloth material is okay but seats enough room in the back, has enough features to make it a nice interior would be a good family car and has a good warranty overall it is a nice car the red painted cars are a very pretty red with flex paint.

Kia Rio Models

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

LX

120 HP 36 MPG 5 Seats

S

120 HP 36 MPG 5 Seats

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2020 Kia Rio Owner Reviews

4.32

38 Reviews

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5 stars

63%

4 stars

11%

3 stars

24%

2 stars

0%

1 star

3%

Emily C on June 12, 2021

No more worrying about texting and driving.

I just recently got this car so there has not been any problems yet. Filling up my Rio is much cheaper than it was to fill up my Mazda tribute, and it was not expensive at all compared to other cars. I find driving to be really comfortable. My favorite feature of the car is that if you plug in your phone with the USB port, it displays some of your apps on the screen in the car. If you receive a text while you are driving, it reads it to you and gives you the option to reply by telling it what to say. It helps my mom feel more relaxed while I am out, knowing that I will not be texting and driving.

Michelle F on May 29, 2021

The new 2020 Kia Rio, lifetime warranty, good gas mileage and smooth drive.

Very good gas mileage, drives very smoothly, its my 3rd Kia Rio and have never experienced any problems with any of them. Also the lifetime warranty on my 2020 is great. I only gave it a 3 though because I do not like the new body style as well. But, love the android auto and back up camera.

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Pros from Owners

Jessica M.

Good gas mileage. Good navigation. Good handling. Small size. Good vehicle for the price. Small and compact. Love the car And the driving. Monthly payments are a little steep. But all in all a good car for the price.

Sharon H.

Great design, interior and exterior. Great gas mileage. Luxury feel with economical price. Roomy interior for a small sedan. Bluetooth touch screen. App screen touch screen. Great sound system. Very comfortable to drive and park. Excellent small sedan with updated features.

Cons from Owners

Jessica M.

Price is too high for the car. A little trouble with the radio. Not too much trouble. Not large enough for my family. Would prefer leather seats. We need something larger with more room. Good car with good mileage.

Sharon H.

I chose a base model so I do not have keyless entry or keyless ignition. Other than that I have no other complaints really, comfortably seats 4 but 5 maximum. Not enough cup holders. It is hard to think of any cons because I like this car so much. It is the best small sedan I have ever driven. It is a 4 cylinder but it accelerates well considering that.

Ranks #20 Small Cars by Owners

The 2020 Kia Rio has an average owner rating of 4.20 out of 5 which ranks it #20 of 23 other Small Cars.

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2020 Kia Rio

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Ranks #5 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2020 Kia Rio has a combined MPG of 41 which ranks it #5 of 26 other Small Cars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the kia rio windshield wipers size?

Answer: It may depend on the year of Your vehicle but if You've got a Kia Rio froM2012 to 2015 You'll need wipers that are 26" for the driver side, 16" for the passenger side, and the rear wiper blades are 11"....

What's the kia rio towing weight?

Answer: The towing weight for a 2019 Kia Rio for instance is 1763 pounds oR800kg. This means you can tow loads or vehicles that fall under that weight limit. Trying to tow anything more than that will result in...

What's the kia rio steering wheel size?

Answer: The Kia Rio steering wheel size is Outside Diameter: 14 1/2" and Grip Circumference: 4 1/8". The power steering fluid needs to be replaced every 75,000 miles. Along with changing fluids, You will hear noises...

What's the kia rio oil type?

Answer: If You want to know what ype of oil to use on the 2017 Kia Rio, this is where You need to be. The recommended oil type on the Rio iS5W-20 or 5W-30. If You are going to pick between one or the toehr, the 5W-20...

What are some of the kia rio speed sensor problems?

Answer: Some potential problems with a faulty speed sensor in a Kia Rio can lead to an erratic speedometer, higher revving before shifting, and not shifting into overdrive. Your vehicle's engine speed sensor, or...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

(Not Rated)

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2020 Kia Rio Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs