2003 Kia Rio

2003 Kia Rio Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$9,665 - $12,040

Original MSRP:
$9,260 - $11,485

NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  Rear Passenger: *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating essentially measures vehicle characteristics of center of gravity and track width to determine how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
See all Safety Rating Results
2003 Kia Rio Review
"Kia's entry-level subcompacts get subtle styling changes, a larger engine, and extra standard and optional features for '03. Among the least-expensive cars on the market, Rio offers a sedan and wagon, the latter called Cinco. Both have a 4-cyl engine that goes from 1.5 liters and 96 hp to 1.6 liters and 104 for 2003. Manual transmission is standard, automatic optional. Options include ABS, air conditioning, power steering, and power door locks, and now power windows and fog lights. Side airbags aren't offered. Added as standard for '03 are rear-seat heater ducts, cupholders in the front-door map pockets and, for Cinco, a CD player. Kia claims engineering updates reduce noise and vibration, suspension alterations improve ride comfort, and that larger front brakes increase stopping power. Kia is owned by Hyundai and both South Korean automakers share warranty coverage: 5-years/60,000-mi. basic, 10/100,000 powertrain, 5 years/unlimited roadside assistance."
Warranty Information
Basic: 5 Years/60,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 04V179
Number of Units Affected 187,790
Summary On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel intake nipple on the fuel distributor is subject to fracture or cracking during removal of the quick connect coupling securing the main fuel tube assembly to the fuel intake nipple, or when force is accidentally applied to the intake nipple during the vehicle assembly process or during engine compartment repairs. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy Dealers will replace the fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification is expected to begin during June 2004. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Dates of Manufacture May 2000 - May 2004
Manufacturer Recall Number SC036

2003 Kia Rio Models & Prices

2003 Kia Rio BASE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn Manual $9,665 $9,260 $151 / Month*
4dr Sdn Auto $10,540 $10,090 $165 / Month*
4dr Wgn Cinco Manual $11,165 $10,670 $174 / Month*
4dr Wgn Cinco Auto $12,040 $11,485 $188 / Month*

2003 Kia Rio Features and Standard Equipment

EMISSIONS CERTIFICATION Features
BASE
LEV certified (1.6L engine/4-speed auto trans)
LEV certified (1.6L engine/5-speed manual trans)
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATING Features
BASE
City 25/hwy 32 (1.6L engine/4-speed auto trans)
City 26/hwy 33 (1.6L engine/5-speed manual trans)
EXTERIOR Features
BASE
Auto-off clear-lens headlights
Body-color body-side moldings
Body-color door handles
Dual manual remote mirrors
Front/rear body-color bumpers
Rear window wiper w/washer
Tinted glass
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
INTERIOR Features
BASE
(2) 12-volt pwr outlets-inc: front, cargo
(4) cup holders
60/40 split-folding rear seats w/adjustable headrests
AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: (4) speakers, clock
Cargo area lamp
Center console
Cloth door trim
Day-night rearview mirror
Dome lamp w/delay feature
Dual visors
Dual visors w/vanity mirrors
Front 12-volt pwr outlet
Front bucket seats-inc: driver seat height adjustment, driver folding armrest
Front door map pockets w/integrated bottle holder
Full cloth seat trim
Garment hook
Low fuel warning lamp
Map lamp w/sunglass holder
Passenger assist handles
Pillar-mounted antenna
Pwr windows
Rear seatback pockets
Rear window defroster
Tachometer
Tilt steering wheel
MECHANICAL Features
BASE
1.6L DOHC MPFI 16-valve I4 engine
11.9 gallon fuel tank
14" x 5.5" steel wheels w/full covers
4-speed automatic transmission w/OD
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
60 amp/hr (540 CCA) battery
80 amp alternator
Engine-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
Front stabilizer bar
Front wheel drive
Independent MacPherson strut front suspension
P175/65TR14 SBR tires
Pwr front vented disc/rear drum brakes
Semi-independent rear suspension w/coil springs, torsion beam
SAFETY Features
BASE
3-point seat belts-inc: front seats, rear outboard seats
Driver & front passenger airbags
Front/rear crumple zones
Height-adjustable front seat belt anchors
Internal emergency trunk release
Lower Anchors & Tethers for Children (LATCH)
Rear center lap belt
Rear child safety door locks
Seat belt warning lamp
Side-impact door beams

2003 Kia Rio Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
BASE
(U0 to U6) UPGRADE PKG -inc: pwr steering, tilt steering wheel, body-side moldings, dual visor vanity mirrors, tachometer, map lamp w/sunglass case *NET*
4-WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
AIR CONDITIONING
ALLOY WHEELS W/CENTER EMBLEM
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC
FOG LAMPS
FRONT/REAR CARPETED FLOOR MATS
FRONT/REAR CARPETED FLOOR MATS -inc: cargo mat
POWER PKG -inc: pwr windows, pwr locks *NET*
REAR SPOILER
PAINT Options
BASE
STANDARD PAINT

2003 Kia Rio Technical Specifications

Brakes
BASE
Brake ABS System
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.0 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
BASE
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) 44.3
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) 24.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft)
Trunk Volume (ft) 9.2
Engine
BASE
Displacement 1.6L/98
Engine Type Gas I4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 104 @ 5800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 104 @ 4700
Exterior Dimensions
BASE
Height, Overall (in) 56.7
Length, Overall (in) 166.9
Min Ground Clearance (in) 6.0
Wheelbase (in) 94.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 65.9
Fuel Tank
BASE
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 11.9
Steering
BASE
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.4
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 30.8
Suspension
BASE
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Suspension Type - Rear Semi-Indep
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Torsion Beam
Tires
BASE
Front Tire Size P175/65TR14
Rear Tire Size P175/65TR14
Transmission
BASE
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Manual w/OD
Trans Type 5
Vehicle
BASE
Front Head Room (in) 39.4
Front Leg Room (in) 42.8
Front Shoulder Room (in) 53.2
Passenger Capacity 5
Passenger Volume (ft) 79.1
Second Head Room (in) 37.6
Second Leg Room (in) 32.7
Second Shoulder Room (in) 52.8
Weight Information
BASE
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 2403

2003 Kia Rio Safety Features

Safety Features
Driver & front passenger airbags
3-point seat belts-inc: front seats, rear outboard seats
Rear center lap belt
Height-adjustable front seat belt anchors
Seat belt warning lamp
Lower Anchors & Tethers for Children (LATCH)
Rear child safety door locks
Internal emergency trunk release
Side-impact door beams
Front/rear crumple zones
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  Rear Passenger: *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating essentially measures vehicle characteristics of center of gravity and track width to determine how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).