2008 Kia Rio Base Sedan 5MT
The 2008 Kia Rio Base Sedan 5MT is a 110-hp inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,890 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.
It makes 110 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 107 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 27 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The Rio measures 166.9 inches long on a 98.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,365 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $10,890 ($16,439 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $11,515 ($17,382 *) |
| Destination Charge | $625 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Alpha II G4ED 1.6L DOHC inline-4, MPI, CVVT, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 110 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 107 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve with CVVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 76.5 x 87.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 27 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14 in |
| Wheels Rear | 14 in |
| Tires Front | 175/70R14 |
| Tires Rear | 175/70R14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 166.9 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 57.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Front Track | 57.9 in |
| Rear Track | 57.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,365 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars