Get to Know the 2021 Kia Rio Features and Specs

If you’re searching for a subcompact car that offers more smart features and bold style, then the 2021 Kia Rio from Southside Kia Jacksonville is the obvious choice. This compact car is anything but small when you see the Rio in action.

Schedule a test drive today at our Kia dealership to explore the innovative safety features, the smooth handling and the spacious modern cabin. Our team is here to showcase the features that have redefined what a subcompact car looks and feels like.

Spacious Cabin and Stylish Exterior

This subcompact car offers a strong exterior silhouette with strong lines and bold strokes, as well as an aerodynamic profile. This stylish car is outfitted with solar control glass, standard 15-inch alloy wheels and heated rear glass complete with a timer. Premium trim levels are outfitted with high beam assist and LED headlights for enhanced visibility.

The spacious interior of the 2021 Kia Rio offers seating for five with a 6-way adjustable driver’s seat, trunk net for convenience and standard Tricot and woven cloth seat trim. All trim levels, including the LX and S, feature air conditioning and a tilt steering wheel with mounted audio controls. Upgrade for rear-seat adjustable headrests and a 60/40 folding rear seat to expand the cargo space.

Premium Power and Smooth Handling

Available with front-wheel drive, this subcompact car is designed for smooth handling. Both trim levels feature an intelligent variable transmission that allows for precise cornering. The 2021 Kia Rio is powered by a standard 1.6L inline I-4 engine that delivers 120 horsepower at 6,300 RPM and 112 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 RPM.

Discover premium savings at the pump when driving the 2021 Kia Rio. This vehicle averages 33 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the highway. It’s a safe, confident, and fuel-efficient way to drive when test driving the 2021 Kia Rio from our Kia dealership.

Intuitive Safety Features at Every Turn

What makes the 2021 Kia Rio features and specs stand out is the driver assistance technologies. This subcompact car is equipped with electronic stability control and a vehicle stability management system. Drive with confidence, knowing that both trim levels are outfitted with hill start assist control to prevent rolling backward on an incline, six airbags and a tire-pressure monitoring system.

When upgrading to the 2021 Kia Rio S trim level, you gain even more safety features, such as forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian detection. This technology uses sensors and radars to detect obstacles that could lead to a collision. The driver attention warning system alerts you when the driver appears to be distracted or fatigued and the rear-occupant alert lets you know when a child or passenger is in the back seat.

The S trim is also equipped with lane departure warnings and lane keep assist that alerts you and moves the vehicle back into the correct lane when you veer off without activating the blinker. In addition to safety features, enjoy the convenience of cruise control when checking out the new Rio.

An Entertaining and Informative Driving Experience

The 2021 Kia Rio sedan is loaded with high-end cabin technology to keep you connected, informed and entertained. Both trim levels are equipped with Bluetooth^® wireless technology with streaming audio, as well as Siri Eyes Free. Use voice commands to send text messages and phone friends when syncing your smartphone apps via the wireless Apple CarPlay^® and Android^™ Auto integration.

The LX and S also feature an 8-inch touchscreen display with a rear-view camera and USB inputs. The auto on/off headlight control gives you complete control over your visibility and the trip computer helps you tally your miles with ease.

Test Drive the 2021 Kia Rio Today

Now is the time to drive a smart car that is loaded with specs and features that enhance your daily driving experience. Schedule a test drive of the 2021 Kia Rio and select from the LX and S trim at Southside Kia Jacksonville. Our team is eager to showcase the 2021 Kia Rio features and specs.