Kia Rio News
Kia Rio Hybrid 'part of wave of green motors'13th March 2007
Kia has displayed the new Rio Hybrid at the Geneva motor show as it seeks to underline its green credentials.The Kia Rio Hybrid, which debuted at the event, combines a 1.4-litre petrol engine with an electric motor and can reportedly manage 53 miles per gallon, reports icLiverpool...
Redesigned Kia Rio Hybrid makes European debut8th March 2007
Kia has confirmed that it is displaying a specially-designed version of the Rio Hybrid in Europe for the first time, in news that may be of interest to car enthusiasts looking for an eco-friendly drive...
Kia Rio Hybrid set to star in Geneva26th February 2007
Kia has confirmed its commitment towards green driving solutions by announcing that the new Rio Hybrid will feature on its stand at the next Geneva motor show.Set to take place next month, the automotive show is expected to incorporate stands from some of the largest automotive marques in the world...
Kia Rio gains green recognition14th September 2006
Motorists who are looking to minimise environmental impact, while maintaining fuel economy, have been alerted to news that the Kia Rio has been recognised for its green characteristics.J.D. Power and Associates, the automotive consumer research group, has placed the Rio among America's 30 most environmentally-friendly vehicles...
Kia Rio named as Australia's cheapest to run car25th August 2006
The Kia Rio has been named as the cheapest car to run in Australia in the 2006 Vehicle Operating Costs survey.Carried out by the Royal Automobile Association of South Australia (RAA), the survey revealed that the Kia Rio cost an average of A$117...
Kia announces best ever July sales2nd August 2006
Kia Motors America has announced its best ever sales performance in July, with the Spectra and Rio models both performing strongly.The automotive firm said that it sold some 26,429 units in July, representing a 1...
Kia Rio awarded top initial quality prize13th June 2006
The Kia Rio has been awarded top prize in its category by the JD Power and Associates 2006 Initial Quality Study (IQS). JD Power's annual report, which measures 217 vehicle attributes in eight categories, such as driving, engine, transmission and a host of quality issues, found the Kia Rio to be the superior car for initial quality in the sub-compact category, being given a rating of 137 problems per 100 cars...
Kia relaunches Rio26th May 2006
When it was first introduced in 2001 the Kia Rio was hailed as a fine economical car. But Kia are relaunching the Rio for 2006, boasting improvements both inside and out. Drivers have the choice of a four door sedan or a five door hatchback model, both of which have benefited from new tail lights and body work with a chrome accent...