2011 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Honda Fit
When we compare the 2011 Kia Rio's and the 2011 Honda Fit's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2011 Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2011 Kia Rio's and the 2011 Honda Fit's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Honda Fit is a better car than the 2011 Kia Rio.
2011 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Honda Fit Pricing
A used 2011 Kia Rio ranges from $3,474 to $10,420 while a used 2011 Honda Fit is priced between $5,998 to $14,973.
2011 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Honda Fit Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2011 Kia Rio loses 38.6 percent of its value and the 2011 Honda Fit loses 29.8 percent of its value. This means the 2011 Honda Fit retains 8.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2011 Kia Rio.
2011 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Honda Fit Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Rio is 7.8 out of 10 while the Honda Fit's quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Kia Rio being ranked 8 out of 17 Best Subcompact Cars and the Honda Fit being ranked 2 out of 17. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Kia Rio is ranked 21 and the Honda Fit is ranked 3.
2011 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Honda Fit Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Rio is 7.5 out of 10. For the Honda Fit the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Honda Fit an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Rio.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2011 Kia Rio’s base engine makes 110 horsepower, and the 2011 Honda Fit base engine makes 117 horsepower. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 350 miles. This gives the 2011 Kia Rio the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2011 Honda Fit. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the 2011 Honda Fit has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2011 Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2011 Honda Fit has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3474 - 10420
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.386264
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5998 - 14973
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.298152
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.804689 / 10
Reliability:
7.509378 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Honda Fit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.257759 / 10
Reliability:
8.573278 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Rio Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 12Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Honda Fit Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 28Ranking
32 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2011 Kia Rio Trim Levels
Base, LX, SX
2011 Honda Fit Trim Levels
Base, Sport, Sport w/Navi
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
107 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
117 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
106 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 34 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 350 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2365 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
166.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2489 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
161.6 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
175/70R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
175/65R15