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The 2023 Kia Rio Sedan comes in only 1 body type: Sedan. The Rio Sedan is available in 2 different trim level options: LX and S. The LX is the base trim level option, while the S is the highest, most expensive configuration.
The 2023 Kia Rio comes in two different body styles:four-door sedan and a 5-door hatchback. The four-door sedan is available in two trim levels:LX and S while the 5-door hatchback is only available in an S trim level.
There's not much difference in the 2023 Kia Rio. The new Kia Rio runs on a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gas engine which generates 120hp and 112 lb-ft. of torque. For the 2023 configurations, Kia introduced an oil level sensor for the four-cylinder gas engine which makes it easy to know the oil level without opening the hood and pulling out the dipstick.
Which 2023 Kia Rio trim is the best
The S trim is our recommended trim level for the 2023 Kia Rio. All trims of the 2023 Kia Rio are powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (120hp,112 lb-ft of torque), have a good fuel economy of 32/41/36 mpg and are all front-wheel drive.
However, we recommend the S trim because of its S Technology package with amazing safety features that provides driver assistance technologies and help to keep the driver safe.
Table of Contents
In this guide, we will breakdown the differences between each Kia Rio Sedan configuration and help you determine which trim level to purchase.
Below is a table comparing some of the major features for the most popular Kia Rio Sedan trim levels.
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| Engine | 1.6L I4 120hp 112ft. lbs. | 1.6L I4 120hp 112ft. lbs. |
| Transmission | CVT | CVT |
| Combined Mileage | 36 MPG | 36 MPG |
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