Trim Report

Kia Rio S2009

Includes:RIO|S
$1,500
Starting From
306
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 306 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,500
Max $21,295
From $1,500
(27d ago)

S Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$650
$650–$9K
9 listings125,000 avg miles
EX
From$2,299
30 listings|$2K–$15K
LX
From$650
238 listings|$650–$20K
S
From$1,500
306 listings|$2K–$21K

2009 Kia Rio S Pricing

Price Trend

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Where to Find Kia Rio S

Location data for all 2009 Kia Rio trims combined

37States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 17% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Kia Rio Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2009 Kia Rio trims

Elevated

The 2009 Kia Rio has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 41 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
41
Complaints
6
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 41 owners have filed complaints about the 2009 Kia Rio. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags13
02Unknown Or Other4
03Engine4
04Air Bags,seats2
05Electrical System,engine,fuel/propulsion System1
41 total across 1 model years (2009–2009)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Rio Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2009 Kia Rio trims

30mpg combined
·
26-27city
·
33-35hwy
·
$2,050/yr

With 30 MPG combined, the 2009 Kia Rio keeps things simple on fuel costs across its 2 configurations.

By Trim
Rio - Automatic 4-spd
30mpg
1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city35 hwy~$2,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Rio - Manual 5-spd
30mpg
1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city33 hwy~$2,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the S Worth It?

Common questions about the 2009 Kia Rio S

How does the S compare to other Kia Rio trims?

The S occupies a distinct position in the Kia Rio range. See how it stacks up on the 2009 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2009 Kia Rio S?

Maintenance costs for the S align with the broader Kia Rio ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2009 Kia Rio page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Kia Rio S?

For the S, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Kia Rio buyer's guide.

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