Kia Rio vs. Ford Focus
When comparing the Kia Rio's and the Ford Focus's specifications and ratings, the Kia Rio has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Ford Focus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Rio's and the Ford Focus's specifications and ratings, the Ford Focus is a better car than the Kia Rio.
Kia Rio vs. Ford Focus Pricing
A used 2018 Kia Rio ranges from $9,988 to $17,995 while a used 2018 Ford Focus is priced between $8,998 to $17,998.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Rio’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Ford Focus base engine makes 160 horsepower. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. The Focus is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. This gives the Kia Rio the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Focus. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Focus, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room and rear head room. The Kia Rio, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9988 - 17995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.386264
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8998 - 17998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.804689 / 10
Reliability:
7.509378 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford Focus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
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 / 43Ford Focus Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Gasoline
Kia Rio Trim Levels
EX, LX, S
Ford Focus Trim Levels
Not yet available
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
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):
Not yet available
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):
0.049 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
146 foot-lbs @ 4450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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):
345 / 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):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
310 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
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
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
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:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2648 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:
2928 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
178.7 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
195/65R15