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2008 Kia Rio Review: Summary & Specs

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2008 Kia Rio Review

Inexpensive subcompact is an enjoyable car.

2008 Rio Review Summary & Specifications

The Kia Rio is an enjoyable car that's easy to live with. We found the Rio5 SX the most enjoyable, with its combination of hatchback versatility and sporty/luxury touches. All Rios come with a comprehensive set of passive safety features; even the base model boasts six airbags. All models get Kia's generous five-year/60,000-mile warranty coupled with a 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty.

NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent John Rettie is based in Santa Barbara.

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2008 Kia Rio Specs
Vehicle CategoryCompact Cars
EditorNew Car Test Drive
Model LineupKia Rio sedan ($10,890); sedan LX ($12,815); sedan SX ($13,615); Rio5 LX ($12,915); Rio5 SX ($13,870)
Engines (standard)1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-4
Transmissions (standard)5-speed manual
Engines (optional)110-hp 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-4
Transmissions (optional)5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)frontal airbags, front seat side-impact airbags, full-coverage side-impact curtain airbags, front seatbelt pre-tensioners, tire pressure monitor
Safety Equipment (optional)ABS
Basic Warranty5 years/60,000 miles
Assembled InHwasung, South Korea
Manufacturer Phone800-333-4542
Manufacturer URLwww.kiario.com
Base Price MSRP10890


2008 Kia Rio Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPKia Rio5 SX ($13,870)
Standard Equipmentair conditioning, power-assisted steering, eight-way adjustable driver's seat with a fold-down armrest, tachometer, rear defroster, rear wiper/washer, dual 12V power outlets, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, tilt steering, metal pedals, AM/FM/CD stereo with aux input, fog lights, 15-inch alloy wheels
Destination Charge650
Options as Tested (MSRP)Power Package ($600) includes power windows, power door locks w/keyless remote, power heated outside mirrors, tweeter speakers; carpeted floor mats ($85)
Gas Guzzler Tax
Layoutfront-wheel drive
Price as Tested15205
Horse Power110 @ 6000
Torque107 @ 4500
Fuel Economy27/32
Wheelbase98.4
Length/Width/Height158.1/66.7/57.9
Track Front/Rear
Turning Radius33.1
Seating Capacity5
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.6/50.8/42.8
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room37.8/50.0/34.3
Trunk Volume49.6
Payload
Towing Capacity
Front Suspensionindependent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Rear Suspensiontorsion beam, coil springs
Ground Clearance6.1
Curb Weight2438
Stock TiresP195/55R15
Brakes Front/Rearvented disc/drum
Fuel Capacity11.9
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