Kia Rio generations

Every generation of the Kia Rio (2001–2023): 4 generations with photos, year ranges and full specs for 131 model-year trims.

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Fourth generation (YB)

2018–2023 · 11 trims

Photo: 2022 Kia Rio LX+ in Steel Grey, front right, 2024-10-15 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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Third generation (UB)

2012–2017 · 9 trims

Photo: 2013 Kia Rio LX 5-door, front right, 04-04-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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Second generation (JB)

2006–2011 · 9 trims

Photo: Kia Rio (DE, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 3. Juli 2011, Essen by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons

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First generation (DC)

2001–2005 · 4 trims

Photo: 2005 Kia Rio LE Estate 1.3 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons