Toyota Yaris vs. Kia Rio
When we compare the Toyota Yaris's and the Kia Rio's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Yaris's and the Kia Rio's specifications and ratings, the Kia Rio is a better car than the Toyota Yaris.
Toyota Yaris vs. Kia Rio Pricing
A used 2020 Toyota Yaris ranges from $13,593 to $21,016 while a used 2020 Kia Rio is priced between $11,799 to $19,994.
Toyota Yaris vs. Kia Rio Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Yaris loses 33.5 percent of its value and the Kia Rio loses 38.6 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Yaris retains 5.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Rio.
Toyota Yaris vs. Kia Rio Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Yaris is 9.3 out of 10 while the Kia Rio's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Yaris being ranked 1 out of 43 Best Small Cars and the Kia Rio being ranked 21 out of 43. Out of 17 Best Subcompact Cars, the Toyota Yaris is ranked 1 and the Kia Rio is ranked 8.
Toyota Yaris vs. Kia Rio Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Yaris is 9.1 out of 10. For the Kia Rio the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Yaris an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Rio.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Yaris’s base engine makes 106 horsepower, and the Kia Rio base engine makes 120 horsepower. The Yaris is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. This gives the Kia Rio the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Yaris. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the Kia Rio has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Toyota Yaris has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13593 - 21016
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.334883
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11799 - 19994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.386264
Toyota Yaris Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.307462 / 10
Reliability:
9.122388 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Rio Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.804689 / 10
Reliability:
7.509378 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Yaris Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 17Ranking
14 out of / 17Ranking
16 out of / 17Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Ranking
39 out of / 43Kia 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 / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Yaris Trim Levels
L, LE, XLE
Kia Rio Trim Levels
LX, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
106 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
103 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 39 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 452 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):
33 / 41 / 36
Range (city/hwy):
393 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.9 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2385 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
171.2 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
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
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