Kia Rio 2021 - 2022 Review, Photos, Exhibition, Exterior and Interior

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Издатель Mar 19, 2021

Kia’s new 48V mild-hybrid tech has boosted the Rio’s appeal in what is an incredibly crowded class, but it still doesn’t give it an all-important USP. While 2 trim looks like better value than the 3 spec we tested, the Rio still isn’t remarkable in any one single area. That means the Kia is still some way behind the best superminis on offer, despite this model serving up enough practicality, respectable efficiency and a fair level of kit.

Electrification is so important these days that even small, affordable cars are being supplemented with a battery-derived boost to help improve efficiency and save the planet (not to mention avoid fines for manufacturers).

And so it is with this facelifted Kia Rio supermini, because the Korean compact five-door features a new mild-hybrid 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine.
That’s as good a place to start as any, because the fresh unit is supported by a small lithium-ion battery that feeds a belt-starter generator. This can add a short boost of torque when pulling away or accelerating at low speed to help take the load off the petrol engine and improve efficiency, with claims of 52.3mpg and CO2 emissions of 122g/km, according to Kia.

It’s a strong unit, too, pulling well from low down and offering plenty of flexibility. The only notification you’ll get of the electrical assistance is a little graphic that shows energy flow in the 4.2-inch central display between the analogue dials.