2019 Kia Rio vs. 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA
When we compare the 2019 Kia Rio's and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Kia Rio's and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA is a better car than the 2019 Kia Rio.
2019 Kia Rio vs. 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA Pricing
A used 2019 Kia Rio ranges from $11,438 to $18,532 while a used 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA is priced between $12,988 to $20,991.
2019 Kia Rio vs. 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Kia Rio loses 38.6 percent of its value and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Kia Rio retains 2.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA.
2019 Kia Rio vs. 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Rio is 7.8 out of 10 while the Hyundai ELANTRA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Kia Rio being ranked 21 out of 43 Best Small Cars and the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 17 out of 43.
2019 Kia Rio vs. 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Rio is 7.5 out of 10. For the Hyundai ELANTRA the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Rio.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Kia Rio’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles.This gives the 2019 Kia Rio the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Kia Rio, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA has an average safety rating of 4.64 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11438 - 18532
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.386264
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12988 - 20991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411314
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.804689 / 10
Reliability:
7.509378 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.121713 / 10
Reliability:
7.82514 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 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
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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 / 43Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
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10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Kia Rio Trim Levels
LX, S
2019 Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Eco, Limited, SE, SEL, Sport, Value Edition
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
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):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
119 foot-lbs @ 4850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2714 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
172.6 inches
Wheelbase:
101.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2972 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
181.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 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 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15