2013 Kia Rio vs. 2014 Kia Rio
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2013 Kia Rio and 2014 Kia Rio contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2013 Kia Rio and the 2014 Kia Rio.
In comparing the 2013 Kia Rio's and the 2014 Kia Rio's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Kia Rio has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2014 Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2013 Kia Rio and 2014 Kia Rio have the same overall quality score base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Kia Rio's and the 2014 Kia Rio's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Kia Rio is a better car than the 2013 Kia Rio.
Pricing: A used 2013 Kia Rio ranges from $3,985 to $10,998 while a used 2014 Kia Rio is priced between $3,918 to $11,998.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2013 Kia Rio and the 2014 Kia Rio both lose 35.6 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Rio is 8.1 out of 10. Kia Rio is ranked 17 out of 31 Best Small Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Kia Rio is 7.4 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2013 Kia Rio and the 2014 Kia Rio makes 138 horsepower. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, while the Rio is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 422 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are subcompact cars, the 2013 Kia Rio has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more The 2014 Kia Rio has the advantage in the area of
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
13600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
16336
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
11990 - 25150
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
13900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
16247
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
11990 - 25170
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
6860
Price Range:
3985 - 10998
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
7844
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
6182 - 14246
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
31
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
122904
# Good or Great Deals:
12
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
7415
Price Range:
3918 - 11998
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
8429
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
6293 - 15749
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
102507
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2013 Kia Rio
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2014 Kia Rio
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.904270868368202
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.0 - 15.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.0333150179169603
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.1 - 6.1
Kia Rio Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
27 out of / 31Kia Rio Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
27 out of / 31Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2013 Kia Rio Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX
2014 Kia Rio Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
123 foot-lbs @ 4850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
123 foot-lbs @ 4850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 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):
29 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
331 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
27 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
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 Features
Backup camera:
Available
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:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2410 lbs
Width:
67.7 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
171.9 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2410 lbs
Width:
67.7 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
171.9 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black
Red
Signal Red
Silver
Bright Silver
White
Clear White
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black
Red
Signal Red
Silver
Bright Silver
White
Clear White
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
