Kia Rio
model
Build Dates
Mar 2007 - Jul 2011
On Sale Dates
Mar 2007 - Jul 2011
Applies To
Variant(s) as tested
Vehicle Type
Small Car
Engine/Fuel Type
Petrol / diesel vehicles
Price Bracket
Under $35,000
Rating Year/Datestamp
2007
ANCAP Safety Rating
Rating Expires
N/A
The tested model of Kia Rio was introduced in Australia during 2005. The left-hand-drive European model was offset-tested by Euro NCAP. Australasian specifications may vary and therefore models sold in Australasia might provide different levels of protection to those described on this page.
Dual front airbags are standard equipment. Side airbags and head-protecting side curtains are standard on some variants but are not available on others. Antilock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake distribution (EBD) are also standard on some Australian variants and all New Zealand variants. Electronic stability control (ESC) is not available. An intelligent seat belt reminder is fitted to the driver seat. The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point (lap) seat belt.
A full list of safety features and technologies can be viewed within the Technical Report (see download link).
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