Kia has made huge strides in the automotive industry over the last few years. Kia vehicles have seen a significant increase in quality, aesthetic appearance, and most of all, popularity. Currently, the 2012 Kia Rio is breaking the boundaries of "B-Class" style in a huge way.  The vehicle was revealed at the 2011 Geneva Show, and the new Kia lineup has a big, bold personality that has seen a lot of positive feedback thus far. The Weekly Driver says, ". . . The 2012 Kia Rio redefines the top level of entry level cars. Several prominent automotive sites have mentioned it as a contender for car-of-the-year honors. It's hard to disagree."¹ The people at Central Kia of Irving would have a hard time disagreeing!

The new Rio has several unexpected features, including: sports wheels, small front corner windows, retractable electric side mirrors, twin chrome exhausts, a sport-tuned suspension, popular LED accents, and a rear window defogger and wiper. Along with six airbags and antilock breaks, an impressive warranty package comes standard on the Rio. The Rio is available in four and five door models, and has three trim styles available: the base LX, the midlevel EX, and the top SX trim. The MSRP comes in below 20 thousand for the top trim, which is a substantial deal considering the exceptional fuel economy this vehicle gets. Rated at 27 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway on the 4-door model, the 5-door version gets 30 and 40, respectively. Additional Standard safety features on the 2011 Rio include hill Start Assist Control, Electronic Stability and Vehicle Stability Control systems, and four-wheel ABS brakes for all models.

The 2012 Kia Rio is currently available for a test drive at Central Kia of Irving in several different variations. Stop by 1600 E Airport Freeway, Irving, TX and see what fans are calling "an impressive econobox, one that shines is against its competitors."² We look forward to speaking with you soon!

Sources:

- ¹ http://www.theweeklydriver.com/kia-rio-2012-refining-the-top-the-line-entry-level-car/
- ² http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/drives/2012-kia-rio-5-door