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2020 Kia Rio

New from

$13,600 excl. on-roads

7.5

CarExpert Rating

Safety Rating

Warranty

7 years

Fuel Efficiency

5.4 - 6.2 L / 100km

About the Kia Rio

Last updated Dec 18, 2024

The 2020 Kia Rio is classified as a 5 Door Hatchback which was previously on sale in Australia as part of the YB MY20 generation, starting from $13,600 MLRP for the S and topping out at $21,400 for the GT-LINE.

There are 12 variants available for our market and the current year model went on sale in January of 2020. The Rio is built in Korea and is available with Multi Point Fuel Injection , equipped with a 6 Speed Manual transmission with the drive sent to front-wheel-drive.

Other powertrain options include:

Multi Point Fuel Injection, equipped with a 6 Speed Manual transmission with the drive sent to front-wheel-drive
Multi Point Fuel Injection, equipped with a 4 Speed Automatic transmission with the drive sent to front-wheel-drive
Multi Point Fuel Injection, equipped with a 6 Speed Automatic transmission with the drive sent to front-wheel-drive
Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection, equipped with a 7 Speed Auto Dual Clutch transmission with the drive sent to front-wheel-drive

The Rio is offered with a 7 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.

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Kia Rio Rating

Citroen C3

Entry-level

Toyota Yaris

Best in class

Overall rating

7.5

7.1

8.5

Kia Rio News

5 Years Ago

2021 Kia Rio revealed: Upgraded hatch here in July

The updated Kia Rio is due in July with enhanced tech levels and a light design refresh, though Australia misses out on high-tech features and engines available in Europe.

James Wong

5 Years Ago

2020 Kia Rio price and specs

Two engines are available, along with the choice of manual or automatic in the Rio. Pricing kicks off at $17,490 before on-road costs.

William Stopford

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2020 Kia Rio Reviews

6.8

5 Years Ago

2020 Kia Rio Sport review

The Kia Rio Sport is a handsome and well-packaged little hatchback let down by one major flaw. Unfortunately, it’s a hard one to ignore.

William Stopford

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2020 Kia Rio Price

Variant	Price From*	Price To*
S	$13,600	$18,300
SPORT	$15,600	$17,600
SX	$17,200	$19,100
GT-LINE	$20,200	$20,200

*excl. on-roads

All Kia Rio Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2024	$19,690	$25,590
2023	$18,900	$25,590
2022	$18,600	$24,200
2021	$16,100	$23,100
2020	$13,600	$21,400
2019	$11,800	$19,200
2018	$11,100	$17,800
2017	$8,000	$13,400
2016	$6,900	$9,800
2015	$6,200	$9,500
2014	$6,200	$8,800
2013	$6,300	$9,800
2012	$5,800	$9,200

*excl. on-roads

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2020 Kia Rio Specs

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12 Volt Power Outlet
AUX/USB Input Socket
Additional 12 Volt Socket/s
Adjustable Driver Seat - Manual
Air Conditioning
Airbags - Window
Ambient Temperature Display
Android Auto
Antenna - Roof-mounted Bee-sting type
Anti-lock Braking
Apple Car Play
Body Coloured Bumpers
Body Coloured Exterior Door Handles
Body Coloured Exterior Mirrors
Bottle Holders - Front and Rear
Brake Assist
Cargo Tie Down Hooks/Rings
Central Locking Remote Control
Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
Child Proof Rear Door Locks
Child Seat - ISOFIX Anchorage System
Child Seat Anchor Points
Cloth Trim
Coat Hanger/Hook(s)
Digital Clock
Door Ajar Warning
Dual Front Airbags Package
Dusk Sensing Headlights
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Electronic Stability Control
Engine Immobiliser
Front Centre Armrest
Glovebox Compartment
Headrests - Adjustable on All Seats
Hill Holder
Illuminated - Entry/Exit with Delayed Fade
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Intermittent Wipers - Front
Intermittent Wipers - Rear
Map Pocket/s
Map/Reading Lights - Front
Multi Function Control Screen
Multi Function Steering Wheel
Multi-media System with 8 inch Touch Screen
Parking Distance Control Rear
Power Mirrors
Power Windows
Rear Spoiler
Rear View Mirror Day/Night
Rear Window Demister
Remote Fuel Lid Release
Reversing Camera
Seatback Pocket - Front Passenger Seat
Seatbelts - Height Adjustable Front Seats
Seatbelts - Load Limiters Front Seats
Seatbelts - Pre-tensioners Rear Seats
Seatbelts - Reminder for All Seats
Side Airbags
Side Impact Protection
Sound System with 6 Speakers
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Split Fold Rear Seat
Sunglass Holder
Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors
Traction Control System
Vehicle Stability Control

SPORT

Adds:

17 Inch Alloy Wheels
Attention Assist
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Cruise Control
Cyclist Recognition
Lane Following Assist
Leather Gear Knob
Leather Steering Wheel
Pedestrian Recognition
Power Mirrors With Indicators & Folding

Removes:

Multi-media System with 8 inch Touch Screen

Adds:

256mm Front Brakes
262mm Rear Brakes
Active Safety Group
Adjustable Steering Column
Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
Aero Wipers - Front
Antenna - Roof-mounted Shark Fin type
Battery Saver
Black Interior
Bluetooth Connectivity - Multi-connection
Cargo Parcel Shelf - Rigid
Centre Console Storage
Chrome Grille Surround
Cup Holders - Front Seats
Curtain Airbags
Daytime Running Lights
Door Opening Warning
Door Pockets - Front Seat
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Seat Height Adjustable
Driver Seat Manual Adjust 6 Way
Electric Power Steering
Energy Absorbing Steering Column
Five Seat Interior
Front Centre Console Armrest - Sliding Function
Front Wipers 2 Speed
Headrests Front - Tilt Function
Heated Rear Windshield with Timer
High Mounted Rear Stop Light
Hill Start Assist
Hood Insulator
Inner Door Handle(s) - Silver
Intermittent Wipers - Variable
Keyless Boot Release
Keyless Entry
Load Hooks
Manual Temperature Control
Metallic Finish Dash Fascia
Passive Safety Group
Power Mirrors With Heated & Folding
Power Mirrors With Indicators
Power Window Driver Auto Up/Down
Power Windows Anti-trap - Driver
Premium Gear Knob
Premium Steering Wheel
Rear Lip Spoiler
Rear Privacy Glass - Rear and Side Windows
Rear Wiper/Washer
Satin Silver Interior Trim
Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
Seatbelts - Pre-tensioners Front Seats
Side Airbags - Front Seats side
Side Door Impact Beams
Spare Wheel - Space Saver/Temporary
Spare Wheel - Steel
Sunvisors - Left and Right Hand Sides
Touchscreen LCD 8.0 Inch
USB Charging Port/s - Rear
USB Input Socket
Upholstery - Artificial Leather
Vehicle Stability Management System
Voice Recognition System
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Apple Car Play
iPod Integration

Removes:

AUX/USB Input Socket
Additional 12 Volt Socket/s
Adjustable Driver Seat - Manual
Airbags - Window
Antenna - Roof-mounted Bee-sting type
Apple Car Play
Attention Assist
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Cargo Tie Down Hooks/Rings
Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
Cloth Trim
Cyclist Recognition
Door Ajar Warning
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Front Centre Armrest
Hill Holder
Intermittent Wipers - Rear
Lane Following Assist
Leather Gear Knob
Leather Steering Wheel
Multi Function Control Screen
Pedestrian Recognition
Power Mirrors With Indicators & Folding
Rear Spoiler
Rear Window Demister
Seatbelts - Pre-tensioners Rear Seats
Side Airbags
Side Impact Protection
Vehicle Stability Control

GT-LINE

Adds:

AUX/USB Input Socket
Additional 12 Volt Socket/s
Adjustable Driver Seat - Manual
Airbags - Window
Alloy Pedals
Antenna - Roof-mounted Bee-sting type
Apple Car Play
Auto Defog System
Automatic Air Con / Climate Control
Automatic Stop/Start
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Body Kit Sports
Cargo Tie Down Hooks/Rings
Centre Console Box - Multi-purpose
Chrome Interior Door Handles
Daytime Running Lights - LED
Door Ajar Warning
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Fog Lights - LED
Front Centre Armrest
Hill Holder
Intermittent Wipers - Rear
LED Approach Lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Leather Accented Upholstery
Leather Gear Knob
Leather Sports Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Multi Function Control Screen
Power Mirrors With Indicators & Folding
Rain Sensing Wipers
Rear Lights - LED
Rear Spoiler
Rear Window Demister
Seatbelts - Pre-tensioners Rear Seats
Side Airbags
Side Impact Protection
Sports Suspension
Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors & Illumination
Vehicle Stability Control

Removes:

256mm Front Brakes
262mm Rear Brakes
Active Safety Group
Adjustable Steering Column
Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic
Aero Wipers - Front
Antenna - Roof-mounted Shark Fin type
Battery Saver
Black Interior
Bluetooth Connectivity - Multi-connection
Cargo Parcel Shelf - Rigid
Centre Console Storage
Chrome Grille Surround
Cup Holders - Front Seats
Curtain Airbags
Daytime Running Lights
Door Opening Warning
Door Pockets - Front Seat
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Seat Height Adjustable
Driver Seat Manual Adjust 6 Way
Electric Power Steering
Energy Absorbing Steering Column
Five Seat Interior
Front Centre Console Armrest - Sliding Function
Front Wipers 2 Speed
Headrests Front - Tilt Function
Heated Rear Windshield with Timer
High Mounted Rear Stop Light
Hill Start Assist
Hood Insulator
Inner Door Handle(s) - Silver
Intermittent Wipers - Variable
Keyless Boot Release
Keyless Entry
Load Hooks
Manual Temperature Control
Metallic Finish Dash Fascia
Passive Safety Group
Power Mirrors With Heated & Folding
Power Mirrors With Indicators
Power Window Driver Auto Up/Down
Power Windows Anti-trap - Driver
Premium Gear Knob
Premium Steering Wheel
Rear Lip Spoiler
Rear Privacy Glass - Rear and Side Windows
Rear Wiper/Washer
Satin Silver Interior Trim
Seatbelts - Lap/Sash for All Seats
Seatbelts - Pre-tensioners Front Seats
Side Airbags - Front Seats side
Side Door Impact Beams
Spare Wheel - Space Saver/Temporary
Spare Wheel - Steel
Sunvisors - Left and Right Hand Sides
Sunvisors with Vanity Mirrors
Touchscreen LCD 8.0 Inch
USB Charging Port/s - Rear
USB Input Socket
Upholstery - Artificial Leather
Vehicle Stability Management System
Voice Recognition System
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Apple Car Play
iPod Integration

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2020 Kia Rio Dimensions

1450mm

1725mm

4065mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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2020 Kia Rio Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2024	800Kg	900Kg
2023	800Kg	900Kg
2022	800Kg	900Kg
2021	800Kg	1100Kg
2020	800Kg	1100Kg
2019	800Kg	1100Kg
2018	800Kg	1100Kg
2017	850Kg	1050Kg
2016	850Kg	1050Kg
2015	850Kg	1050Kg
2014	850Kg	1150Kg
2013	850Kg	1150Kg
2012	850Kg	1150Kg

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2020 Kia Rio Gallery

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2020 Kia Rio Fuel Economy

Kia Rio	Fuel Type	Combined
GT-LINE	Unleaded Petrol	5.4 L/100km
S	Unleaded Petrol	5.6 L/100km
SPORT	Unleaded Petrol	5.6 L/100km
SX	Unleaded Petrol	5.6 L/100km

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