Especificaciones y análisis del KIA Rio
Power
75HP
Torque
170Nm
Consumption
3.8l/100
Emissions
99g/km
0-100 km/h
16.1s
Top Speed
160km/h
Weight
1191kg
Price
13,184€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
288 L
43 L
55 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA Rio 5p 1.1 CRDi WGT Concept · 75 CV (2012-2015)
General description
The 2012 KIA Rio represented a true revolution, a statement that transformed the brand's perception. It left behind the image of a merely functional car to become an object of desire in the subcompact segment, combining a bold, European design with an almost incredible promise of efficiency thanks to its small but brave 1.1 CRDi diesel engine.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Rio whispers an invitation to calm and intelligence. Its 75 horsepower doesn't seek speed records, but savings records. The three-cylinder engine has a peculiar character, a heartbeat that constantly reminds you of its frugality. In the city, it feels agile and willing, while its six-speed gearbox allows for cruising on the highway with ridiculously low consumption. It's a driving experience that reconciles you with the pleasure of traveling without rush, feeling how every drop of fuel is used to the fullest.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics were its first great victory. With tense and dynamic lines, a 'Tiger Nose' grille that gave it an overwhelming personality, and very balanced proportions, the 2012 Rio was love at first sight. Inside, the qualitative leap was immense. Although this Concept version is simple, the dashboard design is modern, the controls are intuitive, and the space is surprisingly generous, creating a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel like you're in a higher-category car.
Technology and features
The technology of this Rio focuses on pure and simple efficiency. The heart of the system is its diesel engine with common rail direct injection and a variable geometry turbo, a miniature engineering gem designed to minimize consumption and emissions. Although it lacks the latest driving assistants, its electric power steering and a well-tuned chassis ensure a safe and predictable drive. It's the demonstration that the smartest technology is the one that allows you to go further with less.
Competition
In such a competitive market, the KIA Rio fearlessly faced giants like the Ford Fiesta, the Renault Clio, or the Volkswagen Polo. While its European rivals played the tradition card, the Rio counterattacked with a bolder design, remarkable interior space, and, above all, an unbeatable argument: its 7-year warranty. It positioned itself as the smart buy, the car that gave you more for your money without sacrificing style.
Conclusion
The KIA Rio 1.1 CRDi is not just a car; it's a statement of intent. It's the perfect choice for anyone looking for a reliable, incredibly economical travel companion with a design that still turns heads. It sacrifices pure performance on the altar of efficiency, but what it gives back in savings and peace of mind is priceless. It was the car that proved you could have style and practicality with a cost per kilometer that brings a smile to your face.