Trim Report

Kia Rio LX2012

Includes:RIO|LX
$650
Starting From
256
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 256 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $650
Max $20,195
From $650
Fresh

LX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,900
$3K–$9K
12 listings108,333 avg miles
EX
From$2,299
26 listings|$2K–$15K
LX
From$650
256 listings|$650–$20K
S
From$1,500
304 listings|$2K–$21K
SX
From$4,495
4 listings|$4K–$11K

2012 Kia Rio LX Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Rio LX

Location data for all 2012 Kia Rio trims combined

30States

Texas has the most inventory at 16%, with options spread across 30 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Kia Rio Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Kia Rio trims

Elevated

The 2012 Kia Rio has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 54 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
54
Complaints
3
Crashes
9
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 54 owners have filed complaints about the 2012 Kia Rio. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine12
02Air Bags5
03Fuel/propulsion System4
04Vehicle Speed Control4
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
54 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Rio Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Kia Rio trims

31–32mpg combined
·
28-29city
·
36-37hwy
·
$2,100-$2,200/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2012 Kia Rio returns 31–32 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Rio - Manual 6-spd
32mpg
1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city37 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Rio - Automatic 6-spd
31mpg
1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
28 city36 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

LX Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2012 Kia Rio LX

How does the LX compare to other Kia Rio trims?

Every Kia Rio trim targets a different buyer. The 2012 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Kia Rio LX?

The LX shares its core mechanicals with other Kia Rio trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for engine issues, the most commonly reported problem area. The 2012 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Kia Rio LX?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Kia Rio LX year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Kia Rio overview compares all years side by side.

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