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Front view of Kia Rio

Kia Rio is announced as best economical subcompact small car.

Subcompact car according to Wikipedia
Subcompact car according to Wikipedia is that who’s dimension are 85–99 cu ft (2,407–2,803 l). People also call it a super-mini car. The difference is that people of United Kingdom call it Supermini while, for the residents of North America, it is a subcompact. For a subcompact/supermini car, more than two doors and four passengers’ accommodation are features. Normally its length stands at 3900 or fewer millimeters.
According to history, Fiat 500 was the first supermini or subcompact car of Europe which was produced in 1957. Austin Mini was later in 1959 added in this family. Stats shows that around 25% car market is covered by subcompacts and some of this family members also become the best seller of their times. People like them because of their usefulness, accommodation and good fuel mileage. Other examples of superminis/subcompact family of cars are:
1-Opel Corsa
2-Peugeot 208
3-Volkswagen Polo

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Front view of Kia Rio
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The best economical car in subcompact family

Today we are going to let you know about the best economical subcompact small car of subcompact family that is currently in trend and fashion.
Due to its wonderful driving dynamics and extraordinary fuel saving, Kia Rio becomes the first choice of subcompact small car lovers. Moreover, it has all the features that a big car could have, and this thing distinguish it from its counterparts. In the category of fuel efficient subcompact cars, the competition looks tougher than other categories like big cars, sports cars or even small compact cars. Kia Rio faced closed competition by Ford Fiesta and Chevrolet Sonic because both are designed to very modern lines, stylish features and affordable fuel economy and good fuel mileage.

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Black Dashboard of Kia Rio
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Kia Rio Lovely white seating cabin
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From Back to Front Look of Dashboard

When we do a comparison on the basis of interior design, fuel efficiency, unique features, and space, it’s become hard to give first position any of them as best economical subcompact small car. But the thing that gives it an edge over its competitors and leading position on victory stand is its exterior (in the opinion of many car experts). Best economical subcompact small car, Rio 2015 model is developed with five-door hatch and four-door sedans with two body styles. Both styles of Rio have their pros and cons, but both are fuel efficient. In the opinion of some people, five doors Rio has more arrogance than four-door sedans but it’s not meant that four-door sedan looks unattractive. Either type of Rio has neat and organized dimensions and dashing exterior.
Features:
Price $14,095
160 inches length overall and 101.2 inches wheelbase
Horse Power 138
4 Cylinder engine
Front wheel drive
27/37 miles per gallon in city and long drive respectively both in manual and automatic
Additional miles if Eco pack added especially in city drive

Pros & Cons
Pros: Wonderful Exterior Good fuel mileage means fuel efficient On-point cabin Smooth driving Cons: Unyielding cabin Undersized back seat Satisfactory, but not speedy
Pros & Cons
Pros: Wonderful Exterior Good fuel mileage means fuel efficient On-point cabin Smooth driving Cons: Unyielding cabin Undersized back seat Satisfactory, but not speedy

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Front Engine Kia Rio Safety Measures
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Wheel with Kia Rio Sign Sticker

Different Models of Kia Rio:

Following are the different models of Kia Rio subcompact small car which are offered by company with different specifications and prices and fuel mileage. You may choose according to your need and desire.

 Car Model 1.6L I-4 DOHC 138hp 6-speed manual trans 4-wheel ABS Front-wheel drive P185/65R15 BSW T-rated tires Electronic stability AM/FM single CD, SIRIUS satellite radio Driver & front passenger seat mounted side airbags Air conditioning
LX  do do do do do do do do
 LX+  do do do do do do do do do
 EX  do  do  do  do P195/55R16 BSW T-rated tires  do  UVO AM/FM single CD, SIRIUS satellite radio  do  do
SX w/UVO 6-Speed Automatic  do  do  do  do  P205/45R17 BSW V-rated tires  Sport suspension  do  Automatic air conditioning
SX w/Navigation 6-Speed Automatic do  do  do  do  do  do  do  do  do