Kia Rio vs. Toyota Corolla Hatchback
When comparing the Kia Rio to the Toyota Corolla Hatchback, the Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Toyota Corolla Hatchback has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Rio versus the Toyota Corolla Hatchback, the Kia Rio is a better car than the Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
Kia Rio versus Toyota Corolla Hatchback Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Kia Rio ranges from $14,479 to $20,445 while a used Toyota Corolla Hatchback from the same model year range is priced between $19,994 to $27,860. For a new model, the Kia Rio's price is between $17,543 and $22,980, with the Toyota Corolla Hatchback priced between $23,539 and $28,959.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Rio’s base engine makes 120 horsepower, and the Toyota Corolla Hatchback base engine makes 168 horsepower. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. The Corolla Hatchback is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Corolla Hatchback, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Kia Rio, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Toyota Corolla Hatchback has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$17,543 - $22,980
Used Asking Price:
$14,479 - $20,445
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$23,539 - $28,959
Used Asking Price:
$19,994 - $27,860
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
36.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
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11 out of / 51Ranking
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Pros and Cons
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Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
LX, S
Trim Levels
XSE, SE, SE Nightshade 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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
112 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
168 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 4800 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:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
33 / 41 / 36
Range (city/hwy):
393 / 488 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):
28 / 36 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
17.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2767 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:
3060 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
172 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 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:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
205/55R16