Kia Motors America, Inc. (KMA) today announced pricing for the allnew 2012 Rio sedan beginning at $13,400 MSRP, while the Rio A/T starts at $14,500 (*not including $750 destination charge).
The top-of-theline SX trim starts at $17,500 and offers an abundance of upscale features, including standard metal pedals, LED front accents lights, LED taillights, a Supervision meter cluster, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, power-folding outside mirrors, dual illuminated vanity mirrors, and UVO powered by Microsoft voice-activated infotainment system with rear camera display. Available in three trims – LX, EX and SX – the eco-friendly 2012 Rio is available with a 1.6-liter Gasoline Direct Injection (GDi) four-cylinder with the option of either a six-speed manual transmission (LX only) or efficient six-speed automatic.
One of only two vehicles in the segment to offer a GDi engine, the 2012 Rio provides an inviting combination of power and fuel efficiency, achieving standard classleading 138 horsepower while maintaining a standard class-leading fuel economy rating of 30/40 mpg (city/highway). Rio also is the first non-hybrid or non-luxury vehicle to offer Idle Stop and Go (ISG) technology (available in early 2012), which helps to reduce fuel consumption by turning the engine off when the vehicle is not in motion – such as at a stop light or in traffic – and automatically restarting when the driver releases the brake pedal.
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Adding to the Rio’s earth-friendly theme, 85 percent of the vehicle’s materials are recyclable at the end of its lifespan, and the Rio features seat foam material that uses 100-percent biodegradable and non-toxic castor oil, which benefits the environment in several ways, including reduced use of petroleum-based products, and because castor oil comes from plants, this material is generated from a completely renewable source.
Like the 2012 Rio 5-door hatchback, the 2012 Rio sedan’s exterior design is all new with a hunkered down appearance that conveys sporty athleticism and a youthful persona. The 2012 Kia Rio also comes better equipped than the previous generation, offering standard air conditioning, electric power steering, an AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with USB and auxiliary ports, SiriusXM™ satellite radio with three months complimentary service 7, and a slew of standard safety features, including Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM).
Source: [Kia]
