2016 Kia Rio

$3,995
from
52
listings
$4K–$12K
price range
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Low$3,995
High$11,888
From$3,995
Avg Mileage94,231 mi
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Sourced from 52 active dealer listings as of

2016 Kia Rio Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,995
$4K–$12K
52 listings94,231 avg miles
EX
From$2,900
41 listings|$3K–$12K
LX
From$1,499
290 listings|$1K–$19K
S
From$4,995
325 listings|$5K–$21K
SX
From$1,999
8 listings|$2K–$9K

2016 Kia Rio Pricing

Price Trend

+71.4%
$712.5$2K$2K$3K$4KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,500
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Kia Rio Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 2016 Kia Rio has a elevated safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 75 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

2
Recalls
75
Complaints
7
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
23V6520002023-25-09
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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23V5940002023-24-08
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 75 owners have filed complaints about the 2016 Kia Rio. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine19
02Service Brakes, Hydraulic11
03Unknown Or Other7
04Unknown Or Other,engine4
05Engine And Engine Cooling3
75 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Rio Fuel Economy

30–31mpg combined
·
27city
·
36hwy
·
$1,400-$1,450/yr

Across 3 configurations, the 2016 Kia Rio returns 30–31 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
31mpg
1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city36 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean
Rio Eco - Automatic (S6)
31mpg
1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city36 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean
Rio - Automatic (S6)
30mpg
1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city36 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean

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

Where to Find 2016 Kia Rio

31States

15% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 31 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

2016 Kia Rio Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2016 Kia Rio a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2016 Kia Rio. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Kia Rio?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Kia Rio. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Kia Rio?

You'll get between 30 and 31 MPG combined from the 2016 Kia Rio, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2016 Kia Rio?

ENGINE problems top the list with 75 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2016 compare to other Kia Rio years?

The 2016 sits at a specific point in the Kia Rio lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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