ест: Kia Rio 1.25 MPI EX Motion
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However, Rio is now the fourth name for mid-range Kia cars. He has to deal with celebrating (Fiesto), horseback riding (Polo), an island of crazy fun (Ibiza), a Greek muse (Clio), another Mediterranean island (Corsa), music (Jazz), an inappropriate name (Micra), and also with such simple alphanumeric connections as i20, C3 and 208. So there are many competitors with a solid reputation, which is not so strange, because this class is still the most popular in the world. European market. During the first two generations, Rio did not leave an important mark on European buyers, and in the third generation since 2011, it has acquired an important emphasis - convincing design. This was taken care of by the German Peter Schreyer, the spiritual father of sorts for the whole Kia coup, since the brand was a more or less unconvincing Korean brand ten years ago. The design also remained in the hands of the German Peter at the current Rio, which premiered this spring, and the South Korean brand is hard at work to be perceived by buyers as a “spare German”. Last but not least, all Kia executives are very enthusiastic about receiving numerous awards for the quality of their vehicles.
So there are enough starting points for what we're presenting with Kio Rio. Let's see what it offers in practice, that is, on the road. Compared to the previous Rio, the body has only grown slightly, by an inch and a half, the wheelbase is an inch longer. This leads to the conclusion that many things have been preserved and updated. This is especially true for a look that is actually altered enough to distinguish the current one from the previous one, but we only get lucky with it if we put the sample together. Rio's actions remain largely unchanged, retaining the distinctive mask but with a different chrome finish. There are many more changes at the rear, where Schreier's staff with different lines and more beautifully designed headlights were lucky, the Rio looks like a bigger and more serious car. The same is true for the side lines, where we can also notice that a small triangular window was inserted into the rear side door, which allowed the glass to almost completely enter the door.
The interior design approach is also more mature, thanks to sensors with only two round boxes (previously there were three) and a central mini-screen. In the most equipped version of the EX Motion, of course, the most visible touchscreen is at the center of the dashboard. This gives it a modern touch, and the entire infotainment system is also well-designed and at the level of the best in its class. Walking through the menus and connecting to smartphones via CarPlay or Android Auto seem to be fine. The steering wheel spokes with numerous control buttons allow you to control the car without removing your hands from the steering wheel, if you ignore the several "jumps" to the touch screen to change the menu and touch the buttons for the heater and air conditioner, which remained in the same place and completely unchanged.
Interior comfort and usability are also at a reasonable level compared to competitors. The appearance and quality of the interior will convince you, perhaps only a remark about a monophonic black color seems appropriate. The seats look less convincing if we sit in them for a long time, and the first impression isn't too bad, despite the short seating surfaces. Rear seat space is quite acceptable even for the legs and knees of larger passengers. However, we can also report that with two Isofix child seats, there is no longer room for a passenger in the middle. The Rio also has ample and large enough storage space for small items - even a mobile phone. It seems almost completely clear that the raising and lowering of the windows in the side doors is electrified, while the key is classic, that is, with remote control and for a puncture in the steering lock.
Our test Rio hid a base 1,25-liter petrol engine under the hood. This one also remained more or less the same as the previous generation. In fact, given its nominal capabilities, it didn't look promising, especially given our testing experience a few years ago (AM 5, 2012). At that time, we were not satisfied with both the significant fuel consumption and the high noise level during engine operation. The noise remained, and at engine speeds over 3.500 rpm, you will always feel the need to look for a higher gear. But at the highest, fifth, at a speed of about 100 kilometers per hour, this cannot be done. However, he was surprised, this time the fuel economy was much more solid. Already on a normal lap, it took care of the surprise with an average of just 5,3 liters per 100 kilometers, and the Rio finished our entire test with a similarly solid average of 6,9, a liter and a half better than its predecessor. . It should be emphasized that we often drove the small engine at higher revs, but this one (with more noise) also performed well on motorways, even driving the Vrhnika slope on the road to Logatec with appropriate determination.
The chassis seems to be unchanged, and there is nothing wrong with that, as it is completely solid and also withstands a more difficult combination of holes and bumps from Slovenian road cross. But it's pretty loud. The steering wheel is also solid enough and the owner should be keen to avoid any inconvenience due to a puncture while driving, as Kia saves a few euros on a tire change in Rio. However, if any of the four are punctured while driving, the cost of compensation is borne by the owner. He also follows that this should not happen far from home, or at least not at a time when all vulcanizers have closed workshops.
Because of its basic motorization, the Rio is only an average of a wide range of small family cars, so it may not get much praise, but it is mostly a good choice. However, Kia is increasingly losing good reason to continue to be able to live up to its familiar slogan: the car for its money. In terms of price, these South Koreans have already fully caught up with their competitors, including European ones.
text: Tomaž Porekar · photo: Uroš Modlič
Kia Rio 1.25MPI EX Engine
Basic data
| Sales: | KMAG dd |
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| Base model price: | 12.990 € |
| Test model cost: | 13.490 € |
| Power: | 62kW (84 KM) |
| Acceleration (0-100 km / h): | 12,9 with |
| Maximum speed: | 173 km / h |
| Mixed flow ECE: | 5,3l / 100km |
| Guarantee: | 7 years or total warranty up to 150.000 km (first three years without mileage limitation). |
| Oil change every | at 15.000 km or one year. km |
Cost (up to 100.000 km or five years)
| Regular services, works, materials: | 813 € |
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| Fuel: | 6,651 € |
| Tires (1) | 945 € |
| Loss of value (within 5 years): | 5,615 € |
| Compulsory insurance: | 2,102 € |
| CASCO INSURANCE (+ B, K), AO, AO + | 4,195 ( |
| Calculate the cost of auto insurance | |
| Buy up | € 20,314 0,20 (km cost: XNUMX €) |
Technical information
| engine: | 4-Cylinder - 4-Stroke - Inline - Gasoline - Transverse Front Mounted - Bore & Stroke 71,0 × 78,8 mm - displacement 1.248 cm3 - compression 10,5:1 - maximum power 62 kW (84 hp) at 6.000 rpm - average piston speed at maximum power 15,8 m/s - specific power 49,7 kW / l, 67,6 hp / l) - maximum torque 122 Nm at 4.000 rpm - 2 camshafts in the head (timing belt) - 4 valves per cylinder - multi-point fuel injection into the intake manifold. |
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| Energy transfer: | engine-driven front wheels - 5-speed manual transmission - I gear ratio 3,545; II. 1,895 hours; III. 1,192 hours; IV. 0,906; B. 0,719 - differential 4,600 - rims 6,0 J × 16 - tires 195/55 / R16, rolling circumference 1,87 m. |
| Capacity: | top speed 173 km / h - acceleration 0-100 km / h 12,9 s - average fuel consumption (ECE) 4,8 l / 100 km, CO2 emissions 109 g / km. |
| Transportation and suspension: | limousine - 5 doors, 5 seats - self-supporting body - front individual suspension, leaf springs, three-spoke wishbones, stabilizer - rear axle shaft, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer - front disc brakes (forced cooling), rear drum, ABS, mechanical parking brake on the rear wheels (lever between seats) - rack and pinion steering wheel, electric power steering, 2,3 turns between extreme points. |
| Mass: | empty vehicle 1.110 kg - Permissible total weight 1.560 kg - Permissible trailer weight with brake: 910 kg, without brake: 450 kg - Permissible roof load: np |
| External dimensions: | External dimensions: length 4.065 mm - width 1.725 mm, with mirrors 1.990 mm - height 1.450 mm - copper sleep distance 2.580 mm - front track 1.518 mm - rear 1.524 mm - driving radius 10,2 m. |
| Inner dimensions: | Internal dimensions: front longitudinal 870-1.110 mm, rear 570-810 mm - front width 1.430 mm, rear 1.430 mm - headroom front 930-1.000 mm, rear 950 mm - front seat length 520 mm, rear seat 480 mm - trunk 325-980 l - steering wheel diameter 370 mm - fuel tank 45 l. |
Our measurements
| Measurement conditions: T = 20 ° C / p = 1.063 mbar / rel. vl. = 55% / Tires: Michelin Energy Saver 195/55 R 16 H / odometer status: 4.489 km | |
| Acceleration 0-100km: | 13,7s |
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| 402m from the city: | 19,1 years ( 118 km / h) |
| Flexibility 50-90km / h: | 16,7s (IV.) |
| Flexibility 80-120km / h: | 31,8s (V.) |
| Maximum speed: | 173km / h |
| test consumption: | 6,9 l / 100km |
| Fuel consumption according to the standard scheme: | 5,3 l / 100km |
| Braking distance at 130 km / h: | 64,4m |
| Braking distance at 100 km / h: | 39,1m |
| AM table: | 40m |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 5rd gear | 62dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 5rd gear | 65dB |
| Test errors: | unmistakable |
Overall rating (302/420)
Kia Rio is a solid small family car with quite acceptable performance and
there are almost no extremes, either good or bad.Exterior (14/15)
Simple, reasonably modern and striking design, allowing for a reasonably wide tailgate.
ease of use at the back.Interior (91/140)
Clear and fairly modern sensors, control buttons combined on the touch screen
and the steering wheel spokes are still quite comfortable, but noisy chassis.Engine, transmission (48
/ 40)Just a powerful enough engine, which was also distracted by excessive greed. Only
The five-speed transmission is not an obstacle to reaching top speed, the chassis is solid.Driving performance (56
/ 95)More for a smoother ride as it interferes with engine and chassis noise. The more demanding should choose
more powerful engine. The position on the road is solid, with a long wheelbase coming to the fore.Performance (20/35)
It meets basic expectations, for more you will have to dig in your wallet.
Security (31/45)
Main complaint: No advanced emergency brake or collision avoidance.
Economy (42/50)
Decent fuel economy, solid retention of used car value; Attention -
The seven-year warranty promises more than it actually offers.
We praise and reproach
suitable equipment-to-price ratio
capacity by size
high driving comfort
infotainment system
without spare wheel
seating comfort
