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Kia Rio 2011

The 2011 Kia Rio range of configurations is currently priced from $5,500. Our most recent review of the 2011 Kia Rio resulted in a score of 8 out of 10 for that particular example. You can read the full review here.

This is what Graham Smith liked most about this particular version of the Kia Rio: Many will still have active warranty, Roomier than previous model, Good safety gear

The 2011 Kia Rio carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1150 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

Kia Rio 2011 Price and Specs

The Kia Rio 2011 is currently available from $5,500 for the Rio S up to $11,990 for the Rio S.

Pricing guides

$9,928
Based on 38 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months
Lowest Price
$5,500
Highest Price
$11,990
Kia Rio Model Body Type Specs Price from Price to
S Hatchback 1.4L ULP 4 SP AUTO $5,830 $8,140
S Hatchback 1.4L ULP 6 SP MAN $4,840 $7,150
S Hatchback 1.4L ULP 5 SP MAN $4,840 $7,150
Si Hatchback 1.6L ULP 6 SP AUTO $6,490 $9,130
Si Sedan 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO $5,170 $7,590
Si Sedan 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN $4,620 $6,820
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Kia Rio 2011 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Kia Rio here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • Does the Kia Rio have a timing belt or chain?

    It sounds like a pretty nitty-gritty tech question, but is the camshaft in the engine of the Kia Rio timing belt or chain driven? There’s a good reason for knowing the answer, though, as it determines whether you need to add a crucial routine maintenance step to your ownership.

    In cars with a toothed rubber timing belt, the belt and its tensioners need to be changed at an interval recommended by the car’s manufacturer to avoid expensive belt failures which can ruin the whole engine. Ignore this maintenance at your peril.

    The good news is the GL4C engine as used in the Kia Rio since 2016 uses a timing chain which should be good for the life of the engine and not need any extra maintenance.

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  • Can I get a spare key copy for a recently purchased 2010 Kia Rio?

    Yes, there are plenty of companies selling replacement keys for this car. The cost will depend on whether it’s a conventional key or an electronically coded key with a remote locking function built in to it. Just be careful if ordering online, though, as some replacement keys include only the hardware and not the internal electronics.

    In many cases, you need to source the replacement key and then have a locksmith physically cut the key so that it works in your car. In some cases, you may have to prove ownership of the car before the locksmith will do this. Some keys then need to be electronically coded to `talk’ to the vehicle.

    If you want a no hassle experience, there are even locksmiths who will come to you and cut the key on site, but you’ll pay a call-out fee as well as the cost of the key itself.

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  • What would be your recommendation when buying a small new car for teenage children learning to drive?

    The popular MG3 is the model you’re referring to and you’re right; it hasn’t been locally crash-tested. But it does lack some important safety gear. Enough, we reckon, to knock it off your short-list. The MG lacks, for instance, important driver aids such as autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assistance, nor can these features be had by spending more on a fancier version.

    Which leaves us with your other two choices, the Hyundai i30 and Kia Rio. Even then, you’ll need to option up beyond the base-model to get (some of) those safety features, but these are not expensive cars to begin with, so the jump might not be as bad as you think.

    The other car to consider would be the SP Pure version of the Mazda 2. At $23,690, it’s not over-priced but it does have low-speed (up to 30km/h) autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-departure warning as well as rear cross-traffic alert.

    And a manual transmission? The MG 3 no longer offers one, both the Hyundai i30 and the Kia Rio are available with a six-speed manual option. The Mazda 2 Pure SP is automatic only, but you can get a six-speed manual on the base-model Mazda 2.

    I agree that youngsters taught to drive a manual car tend to be better drivers, but that’s not a universally held view these days. And the fact is that most young drivers will never be presented with a clutch pedal in the future, raising the question of why learn in the first place? The reality is that learning to drive a manual car gives you extra mechanical awareness and extra ability to multi-task behind the wheel.

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  • What car should I buy to replace my 2006 Toyota Corolla?

    There are still plenty of great small cars around within your budget, Agnes, and they all have good safety packages (or we wouldn’t recommend them). Look at offerings such as the Suzuki Swift Navigator (with the optional autonomous emergency braking) for around $17,000 (plus on-road costs) or the Kia Rio S at around $19,000 or Kia Picanto S (one size smaller than the Rio) at closer to $16,000. Both the Kias also feature the brand’s excellent seven-year warranty, capped-price servicing and free roadside assistance which is great peace of mind.

    The Volkswagen Polo is a classy drive but a little more expensive at closer to $21,000 for the 85TSi Comfortline. Actually, to be honest, you’ve missed the boat on bargain small cars by a couple of years. Firm favourites such as the Toyota Yaris and Mazda 2 have both been updated relatively recently and have recorded big price jumps in the process. The cheapest Yaris with an automatic transmission is now around $23,000 (it was less than $17,000 back in 2018) while the Mazda 2 Maxx went from being a sub-$17,000 proposition in 2018 to a $23,000 car by the time you add an automatic transmission in 2020.

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Kia Rio 2011 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2011 Kia Rio is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Kia Rio currently offers fuel consumption from 5.5 to 6.9L/100km. The Kia Rio is available with the following fuel type: ULP.

Kia Rio Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
S Hatchback 1.4L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 6.7L/100km
S Hatchback 1.4L,ULP,5 SP MAN 6.7L/100km
SI Sedan 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 6.9L/100km
SI Sedan 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN 6.9L/100km
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Kia Rio 2011 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 2011 Kia Rio are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1720mm x 1470mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Kia Rio 2011 Dimensions  include 1455mm height, 1720mm width, 4045mm length.
Kia Rio Model Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
S Hatchback 1470x1695x3990 mm 155 mm
Sports Hatchback 1470x1695x3990 mm 155 mm
S Hatchback 1455x1720x4045 mm 140 mm
SI Hatchback 1470x1695x3990 mm 155 mm
SI Sedan 1470x1695x4240 mm 155 mm
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Kia Rio 2011 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 2011 Kia Rio will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Kia Rio vary from 14x5 inches to 17x6.5 inches.

Kia Rio Model Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
S Hatchback 175x70 R14 14x5 inches 175x70 R14 14x5 inches
Sports Hatchback 195x55 R15 15x5.5 inches 195x55 R15 15x5.5 inches
S Hatchback 185x65 R15 15x5.5 inches 185x65 R15 15x5.5 inches
SI Hatchback 175x70 R14 14x5 inches 175x70 R14 14x5 inches
SI Sedan 175x70 R14 14x5 inches 175x70 R14 14x5 inches
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Kia Rio 2011 Towing capacity

The Kia Rio’s towing capacity ranges from 850kg to 1150kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Kia Rio Model Body Type Specs Braked Capacity
S Hatchback 1.4L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1100kg
Sports Hatchback 1.4L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1100kg
S Hatchback 1.4L,ULP,6 SP MAN 1050kg
SI Hatchback 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1100kg
SI Sedan 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1100kg
SI Sedan 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 1100kg
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