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2005 Kia Rio

US · Compact Cars

The 2005 Kia Rio is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
1.6L 4-cylinder
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.6L 4-cylinder
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Not available
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine1.6L 4-cylinder
Displacement1.6 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
City22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
Highway29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 17, 2026.

  • 05V557000: CHILD SEAT

    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, 'CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS.' CERTAIN CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORS WILL NOT FULLY LATCH ONTO THE LOWER LATCH ANCHORS LOCATED BETWEEN THE REAR SEAT BACK AND REAR SEAT CUSHION BECAUSE OF INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE CHILD SEAT ANCHORS AND A METAL WIRE LOCATED IN THE FRAME OF THE REAR…

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER ANCHORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 30, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

    Reported December 12, 2005. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 17, 2026

Data verified: October 17, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 2004 Kia Rio

    Gasoline

    1.6L 4-cylinder · FWD
    26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

  • 2006 Kia Rio

    Gasoline

    1.6L 4-cylinder · FWD
    29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2005 Kia Rio have?

1.6L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Kia Rio?

Combined fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2005 Kia Rio front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2005 Kia Rio?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 17, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.