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Mild tech and styling tweaks highlight the updated Rio.
Whilst the Kia Trail’ster concept was busy hogging all the consideration at the automaker’s Chicago auto show press conference, the updated 2016 Kia Rio sedan and hatchback have been waiting in the wings for a spotlight moment that in no way came. They had been mentioned only as an aside throughout the closing remarks, leaving us to ask: “Wait, what? The Rio was refreshed for 2016? And it is here?” Properly, it was, and we’ve got the particulars on all the modifications.
The refresh is led by revised front and rear fascias, the Rio adopting the corporate geometric grille mesh pattern seen on the Optima and the Soul. The headlamps get moved slightly inward imparting a more modern vibe, and new fog-light surrounds with satin bezels encircle projector lenses. The reduce valance also gets some horizontal style lines. The therapy continues at the rear, where the newly developed taillamps have been moved to the far corners of the automobile, and—in some cases—new reduce horizontal lines echo these discovered on the front. 2 new color choices, Urban Blue and Digital Yellow, also make the scene for 2016. Inside, some trim bits have been slightly altered, and Kia has improved the use of high-density foam in the A- and B-pillars to decrease NVH levels.
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Acceleration, never the Rio’s forte, gets no help in the refresh. Energy for each the sedan and the hatchback comes from the exact same naturally aspirated 138-hp 1.6-liter 4-cylinder as before. In the sedan, its 123 lb-ft of twist are funneled to the front wheels through either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. Sadly, the manual is no longer obtainable in the hatchback.
The Rio’s 3 trim levels—LX, EX, and SX—are largely unchanged. The parsimonious LX comes with crank windows and manual door locks, despite the fact that it does supply some niceties, like air conditioning, a 6-way manual driver’s seat, satellite radio, USB and auxiliary audio jacks, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. The LX Power package adds keyless entry plus power windows and door locks. LX sedan buyers who spring for the automatic transmission get Bluetooth and Kia’;s efficiency-minded Active Eco Program in the bargain.
The mid-level EX comes regular with energy windows, cruise manage, remote keyless entry, and a tilt/telescope steering column. For 2016, the available Eco package is upgraded to incorporate a backup camera and Kia’s updated UVO eServices Telematics system. A new Designer package dresses up the interior with natty black cloth and gray leatherette upholstery with gray stitching, padded gray door-panel inserts, as well as gray stitching on the steering wheel, center-console armrest, and shifter boot.
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The prime-dog SX trim—if such a bold claim can be created for such a humble transportation device—is focused on sportiness. To wit, we locate 17-inch aluminum wheels a sport-tuned suspension 11-inch, front brake rotors shift paddles and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The SX also adds a backup camera, navigation, push-button commence, leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, and a sunroof.
At Chicago, the 2016 Rio waited in vain for its moment in the spotlight, but purchasers will not have to wait long to get their hands on one. The Rio arrives in dealerships in the subsequent month or so—which is a lot far more than the Trail’ster can say.
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