Kia Rio Second generation (JB) - Facelift (2010 - 2011)

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Second generation (JB) - Facelift of Kia Rio has been in production since 2010 by 2011.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Second generation (JB) - Facelift is longer than the previous generation by 0.4 inches .
Kia Rio Second generation (JB) - Facelift dimensions and specs
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Second generation (JB) - Facelift | |
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Body style | Wagon, Sedan, Coupe |
Engine options | G4FD, 1.6L I-4, 138 HP, 123 lb/ft |
B4ED, 1.6L I-4, 107 HP, 108 lb/ft | |
Length | 167.30 in |
Width | 66.70 in |
Height | 57.90 in |
Wheelbase | 98.40 in |
Curb weight | 2365 - 2403 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 50.80 in |
Rear hip room | 50.00 in |
Front Headroom | 39.60 in |
Rear Headroom | 37.80 in |
Front shoulder room | 53.50 in |
Rear shoulder room | 53.10 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 11.90 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 27 - 28/34 - 36 |
Towing capacity | 2000 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 9.2 - 9.6 sec |
¼ mile time | 16.7 - 17.2 sec |
Kia Rio Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Kia Rio Second generation (JB) - Facelift production period from 2010 to 2011 drivers have reported 44 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Model Year | Complaints |
2011 Rio |
19
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2010 Rio |
25
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
AIR BAGS tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia rio. while driving 70 mph the vehicle crashed into the rear of a... |
13
~ 45706 miles |
ENGINE i'm really not sure what's wrong with it bit this is way happened. i was driving to workfrom lunch wasn't... |
9
~ 80126 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM first the car was pulling to the driver side went to the local firestone shop and they told me the... |
7
~ 64526 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER my car keeps randomly turning off while i'm at a stop or waiting at a red light. the first time... |
5
~ 98420 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia rio. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds the steering wheel... |
5
~ 43446 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL sold a car that turned out to be a 'lemon' after only a month of having it began breaking down... |
3
~ 79667 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM sold a car that turned out to be a 'lemon' after only a month of having it began breaking down... |
3
~ 73000 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC so i am going 5mph when i go to push the brakes because the car ahead of me suddenly stops.... |
3
~ 7333 miles |
STEERING first the car was pulling to the driver side went to the local firestone shop and they told me the... |
3
~ 21895 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE traffic came to a sudden stop i could not stop in time. i hit the tires of a semi trailer... |
2
~ 61500 miles |
WHEELS first the car was pulling to the driver side went to the local firestone shop and they told me the... |
2
~ 41840 miles |
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS 1) the passenger "airbag off" light on my new 2010 kia rio stays on even when someone is in the... |
2
~ 1525 miles |
POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2010 kia rio. while driving at approximately 65 mph the vehicle made an abnormal noise... |
1
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RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2010 kia rio. the contact stated that the vehicle's cd player overheated and produced a... |
1
~ 60000 miles |
SUSPENSION traffic came to a sudden stop i could not stop in time. i hit the tires of a semi trailer... |
1
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IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia rio. while driving 15 mph the vehicle sputtered vibrated and the engine revved.... |
1
~ 30000 miles |
STRUCTURE the break pedal & gas pedal are so close to each other & about the same height level that when... |
1
~ 47000 miles |
TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2010 kia rio equipped with hancook optimos tires size p185/65/r14/85h. the contact stated that while... |
1
~ 8000 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Kia Rio and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Kia Rio to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Spoiler + Si...
- ?1 set of Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Guard Body Kits (3pcs) + Side Skirt Splitter (2pcs) + Rear Bumper Lip Wrap Splitter Canard (2pcs)
- ?Material: Premium quality ABS
- ?Stereoscopic design, fluid curve surface
- ?No...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...
- ✔ Material: Made of premium quality PP material with carbon fiber pattern coating, the product is enough to prevent cracking with gloss powder-coated finish with an easy bolt-on underneath installation, superior craftsmanship and durability.
- ✔...
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6Pcs M6 x16mm Bolt Square Nut Kit, Motor...
- Material and Size: This product is made of high quality stainless steel, corrosion resistant and durable, Thread: Thick 6mm; Screw Length: 16mm; Square Nut Size: 8 x 4mm (L x D).
- Ease of installation: M6...
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Enkei 16x7 EDR9 (Matte Black) Wheels/Rim...
- Universal Application.
Coilovers
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iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...
- Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
- Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
- Made with T6 6061 high quality...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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JUSTTOP Universal Cleaning Gel for Car, ...
- Safe and Eco-friendly: The car beauty keyboard cleaning gel is made of high quality biodegradable gel material, non-sticky and smells like a light lemon fragrance. It is non-irritating to the skin and is environmentally safe.Cleaning...
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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SINGARO Funny Car Stickers Exterior Acce...
- Funny stickers: Decorate your beloved car with this funny car sticker.
- Sticker composition: The sticker consists of three parts, the first layer is a transparent transfer film, the second layer is a car sticker, and...

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