With its inviting cabin, strong engine performance and excellent value the 2016 KIA Rio is a solid pick for a small sedan. This agreeable subcompact stands out with its generous features list, surprisingly roomy interior and grown-up styling inside and out.

Options

The Rio LX comes standard with 15-inch wheels, air-conditioning, tilt-only steering wheel, height-adjustable driver seat, 60/40-split folding rear seatbacks, a trip computer, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls and an AM/FM/XM CD player with a USB port and an auxiliary audio jack. The optional Power package on this Rio adds keyless entry and power windows and door locks and also includes Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity.

Under the Hood

Every 2016 KIA Rio comes with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine good for 138 horsepower and 123 pound-feet of torque. This one has the optional six-speed automatic installed. That engine-transmission combination gets you EPA-rated fuel economy of 31 mpg combined (27 city/37 highway).

Safety

Standard safety equipment on all 2016 KIA Rio models includes four-wheel antilock brakes, stability control, hill start assist, front side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags.