Professional Reviews

• “We're still bigger fans of the Sonic's cheerful scrabble under turbo power, and the Fiesta's electric steering leads in tuning, but the Rio acquits itself better than any small Kia has” — The Car Connection
• “The light weight of the car and the healthy output of its engine in conjunction with the rigid feel of the Rio's chassis, and a suspension tuned slightly to the firm end of the spectrum, give the Rio a sporty feel.” — Canadian Driver
• “There's noticeable body roll but not a horrendous amount. Ride quality could use some work.” — AutoWeek
• “It's quite an accomplishment to make a subcompact car that feels so substantial” — Canadian Driver