Pics and info on the all new 2012 Kia Rio
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Pics and info on the all new 2012 Kia Rio
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Apr 21 2011, 03:45 PM
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Club Founder Group: Admin Posts: 21,359 Posts Per Day: 3.03 Thanks Received: 2809 Trader Stats: 16 (100%) Joined: 23-December 04 From: Maryland Member No.: 1 Mood: Okay |
Here's some pics and info on the Accent's cousin from the NY Auto Show:
QUOTE Kia pulled the wraps off the sedan version of its Rio subcompact, and rolled out the 5-door we saw in Geneva for comparison. Both continue a clean, athletic aesthetic Peter Schreyer has been introducing to the lineup with every product refresh since he joined the team (only the Sedona’s left). The traditional Kia grille is flanked by large, expressive headlamps on each variant, but in the top-level SX trim shown, the 5-door gets a more sporting visage with three separate lower-fascia air ducts (the sedan’s are connected into one), and projector beam headlamps (sedans get basic halogen). A bold body-side graphic has the rear shoulder line angling sharply down on the front doors to meet the lower rocker line. The tail treatment of the sedan shrinks the Optima’s basic looks. Dimensionally, the wheelbase gets a 2.8-inch stretch while the sedan body grows 5.0 inches longer and an inch wider as the roofline drops 0.6 inch relative to the old sedan. Rolling stock choices for both variants include 15 inch rims wearing 185/65 rubber on base LX and EX models; while SXs get 17s with 205/45 Hankook Optimo tires. Under the hood, all Rios get the same direct-injected 1.6-liter Gamma engine, rated at 138 horsepower and 123 pound-feet of torque–a boost of 28 hp and 16 lb-ft over the outgoing 1.6-liter. Fuel-sipping technologies like electric power steering, smart charging (the alternator tries to do most of its work while braking or coasting), and continuously variable valve timing on both cams. Choose either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission and we’re told you’ll see 30-mpg city/40-mpg highway economy. Real-world economy may be even better if you select the optional Eco Package, which includes Idle Stop and Go (aka auto-stop-start) system–a segment first–as well as a driving monitor system to help optimize efficiency. Elsewhere on the ecological front: soy-based foam is used in the seats and 85 percent of the Rio’s materials are recyclable. Extensive use of high-strength steel (63 percent, particularly in the B-pillar ring and cross-car side-impact reinforcements) helps reduce the weight of the body while delivering five-star crash performance in NHTSA’s latest testing, and of course vehicle stability management remains standard. Upscale options include Kia’s UVO infotainment system (think SYNC), navigation, push-button starting, and a backup camera. Pricing has not been finalized yet, but is expected to start below $13,000. Those wheels are sweet. The hatch looks great and the sedan looks like a mini Optima. The SX models get 17" wheels according this this... holy crap! -------------------- |
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Apr 21 2011, 04:44 PM
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Post Maniac Group: Members Posts: 1,450 Posts Per Day: 0.21 Thanks Received: 7 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 27-January 05 Member No.: 54 Mood: Accomplished |
hatch is sorta okay... not feeling the sedan at all... to me looks like a prius-esque hood on a nissan sentra body. disappointed in that cuz I love the new Optima a lot
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Apr 21 2011, 05:14 PM
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Idiot Savant Group: Lifetimer Posts: 9,573 Posts Per Day: 1.41 Thanks Received: 256 Trader Stats: 4 (100%) Joined: 20-September 05 From: Trumpistan Member No.: 1,406 Mood: Uncertain |
Nice! The interior is very simple but not boring and crappy. I'll take the hatch
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Apr 21 2011, 05:43 PM
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Outta the way! Group: Leader Posts: 5,972 Posts Per Day: 0.85 Thanks Received: 272 Trader Stats: 4 (100%) Joined: 27-January 05 From: Citrus Heights, CA Member No.: 33 Mood: Cocky |
Kinda reminds me of a Golf. I like it. But I like the look of the Accent better.
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Apr 21 2011, 06:27 PM
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Elantra Guru Group: Members Posts: 2,710 Posts Per Day: 0.41 Thanks Received: 59 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 21-March 06 From: Hackettstown, NJ Member No.: 2,023 Mood: Accomplished |
accent ftw....i'm not too fond of the interior...i dont know what it is about those kia interiors...something just screams cheap.
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Apr 21 2011, 07:28 PM
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accent ftw....i'm not too fond of the interior...i dont know what it is about those kia interiors...something just screams cheap. I don't see that at all. For the price range that's a damn nice interior. "Screams cheap"? -------------------- |
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Apr 21 2011, 08:59 PM
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I like the interior (particularly the toggle switches). However, I can't stand the front end on this car. Seems a bit too overwrought.
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Apr 22 2011, 07:02 AM
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Elantra Guru Group: Members Posts: 2,710 Posts Per Day: 0.41 Thanks Received: 59 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 21-March 06 From: Hackettstown, NJ Member No.: 2,023 Mood: Accomplished |
it just looks like its all hard plastic....and the same color...minus the three accent pieces.
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Apr 22 2011, 07:24 AM
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Front end on the sedan is off-putting for me as well. I think seeing it on a different color car would help a LOT. Optima > Sonata, Accent > Rio. Each brand gets a win as far as my opinion goes.
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Apr 22 2011, 07:28 AM
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uh-oh..... I think I like this better than the Accent. Time to go see if they're on the Kia website now.
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Apr 22 2011, 09:29 AM
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i think this may be my 2nd car, (hatch version).. so far through pictures I prefer over the new accent
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Apr 22 2011, 03:07 PM
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I also like this hatch version a lot. The Accent hatch looks similar to many other hatchbacks but this one has a more unique look. And the grille is toned down versus the sedan and really works here. Like I said before... awesome wheels too.
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