Trim Report

Kia Rio S2012

Includes:RIO|S
$1,500
Starting From
304
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 304 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,500
Max $20,695
From $1,500
Fresh

S 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 S Pricing

Price Trend

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Where to Find Kia Rio S

Location data for all 2012 Kia Rio trims combined

30States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 16% of listings are there. But with 30 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

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)

S Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2012 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 2012 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 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 engine. Check the 2012 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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