2012 Kia Rio

**freespin** · September 3rd, 2010 02:29 PM

Spyshots of the 2012 Kia Rio

**freespin** · September 3rd, 2010 02:32 PM

Here are the very-first spy shots of the all-new 2011 Kia Rio, codenamed UB!
It’s been a long, long wait, but it’s over now! The very-first prototype of next-generation Kia Rio sedan has finally stepped out in public for the first time and Sonytone.com spies were on hand to capture the moment.
Codenamed UB, the prototype of the next-generation Rio sedan sports some heavy camouflage, which is covering the most important styling details of the new car. What is clear already is the fact that the 2011 Kia Rio will feature far more attractive exterior appearance as the current model.
Its exterior styling will be influenced heavily by the up-coming 2011 Kia Cadenza and next-generation Kia Optima mid-size sedans. It is evident from these spy shots that the 2011 Rio takes some styling cues from the afore-mentioned sedans, which is not bad since both of them look outstanding. It is also evident that the all-new Rio sports a new Kia family look as seen on new Kia Sportage, Sorento, Soul and Venga mini-mpv.
These very-first Kia Rio UB spy shots confirm that the 2011 Rio will initially be available as a sedan, like the new Hyundai Accent. A five-door hatchback is also expected to follow later.
According to initial reports, the next-generation Rio is going to share its powertrain technology with the up-coming 2011 Hyundai Accent. Under the hood, engines options will likely include a 1.4L and 1.6L four-cylinder engines packing 107 and 126 horsepower, respectively.
If that doesn’t sound interesting enough, Kia is also expected to introduce a more potent 1.6L GDI four-cylinder engine, packing 140 horsepower, in the next-Rio. At least two modern diesel engines are also expected to be available in Europe.
Although there is no official word yet about the inaugural launch date of the 2011 Kia Rio UB, latest rumours suggest that full production of next-generation Rio will commence in the first half of 2011.

**karlo4real** · September 3rd, 2010 04:52 PM

wowowee!! bagong kapatid... hehehehe!

**aargh** · October 8th, 2010 11:19 PM

the new hyundai accent's design is based on the new sonata. this kia rio seems to be based on the new optima, which looks great! Hyundai's fluidic styling is attractive but kia's new aggressive macho look is even better! cant wait to see the finished product....

**desert fox** · October 10th, 2010 04:23 PM

Mukhang pa-improve ng pa-improve ang KIA RIO.

**aargh** · October 10th, 2010 06:22 PM

yup. kia and hyundai have really upped their game. as looks and quality will not be a question anymore, it will all boil down to pricing...

**kenworthws** · April 23rd, 2011 07:26 AM

your Kia Rio 2012 on NY 2011 Debut

http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2012-...new-york-2011/

**desert fox** · April 23rd, 2011 02:36 PM

ganda naman....ganda din presyo kaya sa Pilipinas?

sun and the beach!!!

**aargh** · July 2nd, 2011 04:43 PM

Nilabas na ung picanto and sportage dito.. Next na ang Rio. I usually like hatchbacks more than sedans but in this case, Id go for the sedan. Although both look nice.

**aargh** · July 5th, 2011 11:56 PM

A diesel rio? That would be a good idea.
I have a feeling the rio would have the same engine as the new accent.
Among subcompact sedans, yung accent and rio lang yung di awkward tingnan. Mapormang taxi ito pag nagkataon...