

KIA Rio

Driven to extinction: The cars axed from Australian showrooms in 2023
2023 bade farewell to some notable models, including the Kia Stinger, Tesla Model S, Audi TT, and Lamborghini Huracan
New Kia Models coming: Tasman ute, EV5, Sorento, Picanto & more
Kia’s turned its fortunes around from bargain basement motoring to electric chic and cutting-edge design – here’s what’s coming down the pipeline

2024 Kia K3 revealed as bold Rio replacement, not for Australia
The Kia K3 has been officially unveiled, as the successor to the Rio that adopts the Cerato badge overseas

Kia wait times in 2023: How long are Kia’s delivery delays?
Your model-by-model guide to estimated wait times on a new Kia in 2023

Class action launched against Hyundai and Kia over ‘defective’ engines
Lawyers allege numerous vehicles sold by the carmakers in Australia were offered for sale with engines that were manufactured or designed defectively

Kia Rio won’t live on in Australia
There’s no future for the Kia Rio in Australia, as buyers flock to SUVs

EOFY 2022: Best deals on small SUVs and hatches
Looking for a good deal this EOFY season? Look no further – we’ve found you all the latest small car offers

Kia beats Hyundai again in 2021 race to be Korea’s number one
Will Kia replace Hyundai as Australia’s favourite Korean brand?

2019 Kia Rio adds sporty GT-Line turbo to the range
The sporty GT-Line brings some firsts to the Rio range, including a gutsy three-cylinder turbo engine, seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and AEB

Sportier, safer Kia Rio coming
New flagship Rio tipped to arrive within 12 months, add sportier flavour and crucial safety gear.

2017 Kia Rio: details and pricing
Larger, safer and more technically advanced Rio on sale from $16,990, complete with Australia’s longest new-car warranty.

2016 Paris Motor Show: 5 things we learned
You don’t need a crystal ball to see where cars are headed.

2017 Kia Rio details revealed
The Kia Rio has outgrown its youthful first-car guise to become a stately Euro-styled hatch with a host of premium options that should earn it broader appeal.

2017 Kia Rio revealed
More Euro chic for Kia’s fourth-generation city runabout.

2017 Kia CUV spy pics
The Kia CUV is the long-rumoured rival to the Mazda CX-3, and it cannot come soon enough for the Korean brand

Kia Rio revealed in sketches ahead of Paris Motor Show
Teaser pics of the fourth-generation Kia Rio show an aggressive new look and straighter lines.

Kia Rio joins World Rallycross
Former WRC driver joins forces with Korean manufacturer

2015 Kia Rio local suspension tuning
Wheels goes behind the scenes to learn how Kia tuned the ride and handing of its Rio hatch to tough Australian conditions

Europe to adopt Kia Oz suspension tune
Kia Australia’s local chassis-tuning program scores international recognition

2014 car sales: Australia’s Hottest 100
The complete list of the Top 100 vehicles rockin’ Oz