What are the Differences Between the 2021 and 2020 Kia Rio 5-Door?

2021 Kia Rio 5-Door vs 2020 Kia Rio 5-Door

The Kia Rio 5-Door, also known as the Kia Rio Hatchback model, returns with its new 2021 model year. How does this new model year compare to its previous iteration, and what has changed? From Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau, it’s the 2021 Kia Rio 5-Door vs the 2020 Kia Rio 5-Door!

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2021 Rio 5-Door vs 2020 Rio 5-Door

Model	2021 Kia Rio 5-Door/Hatchback	2020 Kia Rio 5-Door/Hatchback
Baseline Engine	1.6L Inline 4	1.6L Inline 4
Horsepower	120 hp	120 hp
Torque	112 lb-ft	112 lb-ft
Standard Transmission	Continuously Variable-Sped Automatic (CVT)	Continuously Variable-Sped Automatic (CVT)
Standard Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive	Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.9 gal.	11.9 gal.
City Fuel Economy	33 MPG	33 MPG
Highway Fuel Economy	41 MPG	41 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy	36 MPG	36 MPG
Front Legroom	42.1 in.	42.1 in.
Rear Legroom	33.5 in.	33.5 in.
Maximum Cargo Capacity	32.8 ft3	32.8 ft3
Total Seating	5	5
Starting MSRP	$16,990	$16,790

2021 Kia Rio 5-Door – What Else is New?

With the changes to the Kia Rio 5-Door model being purely in terms of style and features, the dimensions and engine specifications of the model are unchanged moving from its 2020 model year to its 2021 model year. The actual changes offered with the 2021 Kia Rio 5-Door model are as follows:

New Technology Package (15” Alloy Wheels, Automatic Temperature Control, LED Headlights, Smart Key with Push Button Start, and New Advanced Driver Assistance Features)

Refreshed Front-End Styling (New Front Bumper and Grille)

Standard 8” Touchscreen with Rear Camera, Wireless Android Auto™, and Wireless Apple CarPlay®

Kia Rio – Engine Performance and Fuel Economy

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