26th August 2008

2008 Kia Rio

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The 2008 Rio is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in 3 trims, ranging from the Base to the SX.

Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 1.6-liter, I4, 110-horsepower engine that achieves 27-mpg in the city and 32-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2008 Rio is a carryover from 2007.

Transmission
  • 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive and Floor Mounted Shifter
Steering
  • Rack and Pinion Steering
Suspension
  • Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
  • Semi-Independent Torsion Beam Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
  • 2 Front Power Outlets
  • Battery
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