Kia Rio 5-Door vs. Nissan Versa Note
In comparing the Kia Rio 5-Door's and the Nissan Versa Note's specifications and ratings, the Kia Rio 5-Door has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Nissan Versa Note has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Kia Rio 5-Door's and the Nissan Versa Note's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Versa Note is a better car than the Kia Rio 5-Door.
Kia Rio 5-Door vs. Nissan Versa Note Pricing
A used 2019 Kia Rio 5-Door ranges from $11,176 to $19,136 while a used 2019 Nissan Versa Note is priced between $9,820 to $18,995.
Kia Rio 5-Door vs. Nissan Versa Note Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Rio 5-Door loses 39.2 percent of its value and the Nissan Versa Note loses 42.4 percent of its value. This means the Kia Rio 5-Door retains 3.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Versa Note.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Rio 5-Door’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the Nissan Versa Note base engine makes 109 horsepower. The Rio 5-Door is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. The Versa Note is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 421 miles.This gives the Nissan Versa Note the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Rio 5-Door the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the Nissan Versa Note has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Kia Rio 5-Door has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Kia Rio 5-Door and Nissan Versa Note are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11176 - 19136
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.391598
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9820 - 18995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.42391
Kia Rio 5-Door Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Versa Note Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Rio 5-Door Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 17Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
17 out of / 28Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
24 out of / 28Ranking
36 out of / 43Nissan Versa Note Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 17Ranking
15 out of / 17Ranking
19 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 28Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
38 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Rio 5-Door Trim Levels
S
Nissan Versa Note Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
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:
3 years / 36000 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):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
109 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
107 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 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:
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):
31 / 39 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
335 / 421 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
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:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
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:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2714 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
160 inches
Wheelbase:
101.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2474 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
60.5 inches
Length:
163 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 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:
P185/65R15