Silver 2018 Kia Rio with City Background

The Affordable Kia Rio

What’s so special about the Kia Rio? Read on to find out why this small vehicle can do big things for the thrifty auto-shopper’s budget!

Kia has long been known for its affordable, fun, and stylish vehicles. Many other automakers try to present their vehicles in this way as well. However, there is just something about Kia that makes their brand unique. They possess a style and voice that differentiates them from the rest. The company has always made a smaller, more comfortable, and eye-catching lineup.

One of Kia’s fun and funcitonal vehicles is getting an even better price for 2018. The Kia Rio will feature a new more affordable starting price. The Rio is an interesting Subcompact vehicle with a wide variety of options for customization. The 2018 Rio has three standard trim options. Additionally, you can go with either a sedan or five-door.

The three trim options for the Rio are the LX, S, and EX. The starting MSRP on the sedan ranges from $13,900 in the LX and$16,100 for the S, to $18,400 in the EX. The price increases slightly when you reach for the five-door, with the LX ringing in at $14,200, the S at $16,400, and the EX at $18,700.

The 2018 Rio is cheaper than its predecessor, but it also features new and more advanced technology. Orth Hedrick, vice president of product planning, KMA, spoke about the Rio, saying, “This fourth-generation Rio makes significant improvements over its predecessor in design, technology and passenger comfort, resulting in an even better value proposition, while raising the bar in the small-car segment.” Standard features include an advanced anti-lock braking system, MacPherson Struts, hill-star assist control, a 6-way adjustable driver’s seat and a vehicle stability management system.

If you are looking for an affordable, fun, good-looking, and technologically advanced vehicle, look no further than the 2018 Kia Rio.