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Chevrolet Cavalier vs. Kia Rio

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Cavalier and 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 Chevrolet Cavalier and the Kia Rio.

When comparing the Chevrolet Cavalier's and the Kia Rio's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Cavalier has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Cavalier's and the Kia Rio's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Cavalier is a better car than the Kia Rio.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Cavalier’s base engine makes 140 horsepower, and the Kia Rio base engine makes 104 horsepower. The Cavalier is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 319 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Cavalier the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Rio. Both models use gasoline.

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Chevrolet Cavalier
Kia Rio

2005 Chevrolet Cavalier Sedan
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Kia Rio for Sale

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$15,175

Category Avg Starting MSRP:

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Category Starting MSRP Range:

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$10,735

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)

$10,841

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

$10,544 - $11,244

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$4,263

Price Range:

$1,510 - $7,852

Category Avg Price:

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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

2

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

84,418

# Good or Great Deals:

0

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)

$4,226

Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

$4,086 - $4,365

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

125,603

# Good or Great Deals:

0

Chevrolet Cavalier Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

Kia Rio Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

Not available



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Cavalier

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 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:

0.9

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.9

Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)

1.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)

1.6 - 1.9

Chevrolet Cavalier Rankings

Not yet available

Kia Rio Rankings

Most Affordable Small Cars

3 / 24

Best Small Cars for the Money

3 / 13

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

5 / 43

Best Small Cars Under $20k

9 / 21

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

14 / 43

Most Comfortable Small Cars

14 / 43

Most Reliable Small Cars

18 / 43

Best Small Cars for Tall People

21 / 43

Best Small Cars

22 / 43

Small Cars with the Most Legroom

29 / 43

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

35 / 43

Available Body Styles

Coupe, Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan, Wagon

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Chevrolet Cavalier Trim Levels

Not yet available

Kia Rio Trim Levels

Base, Cinco

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 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

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

140 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque:

150 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.052 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

104 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque:

104 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.043 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


23 / 33 / 26

Range (city/hwy):

322 / 462 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):


22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

242 / 319 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Bench Seats:

N/A

Bluetooth:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Ignition:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Power outlet:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Voice Recognition:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Satellite radio:

N/A

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Ignition:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Power outlet:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Voice Recognition:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Backup 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

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Backup 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:

38.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

34.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.9 inches

Cargo Space:

13.6 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

91.5 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

53.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.7 inches

Rear Leg Room:

31 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

52.8 inches

Cargo Space:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2676 lbs

Width:

67.9 inches

Height:

54.7 inches

Length:

180.9 inches

Wheelbase:

104.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2403 lbs

Width:

66.1 inches

Height:

56.7 inches

Length:

166.9 inches

Wheelbase:

94.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

6 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

14.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P195/70R14

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

14.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P175/65R14

Exterior Colors

Beige

Sandrift Metallic

Black

Black

Blue

Arrival Blue Metallic

Green

Dark Green Metallic

Orange

Sunburst Orange

Red

Victory Red

Silver

Ultra Silver Metallic

White

Summit White

Gold

Not available

Gray

Not available

Exterior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Midnight Black

Blue

Blueberry / Rally Blue

Green

Willow Green

Orange

Not available

Red

Cinnamon / Classic Red

Silver

Diamond Silver

White

Polar White

Gold

Light Gold

Gray

Pewter Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Neutral

Gray

Graphite

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige

Gray

Gray

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