2023 Kia Rio
2023 Kia Rio — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: S
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2023 Kia Rio snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2023 Kia Rio typically asks about $10,500 versus a $17,450 starting MSRP when new — roughly 60% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2023 Kia Rio in our refresh, though owners have filed 12 complaints — check the component breakdown below.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$10,500
60% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$17,450
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
12
Top: Steering
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2023 Rio?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 12 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
12 complaints. Top components:
- Steering3
- Unknown Or Other3
- Power Train2
- Electrical System1
- Engine1
- Seat Belts1
- Structure1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
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How much does a used 2023 Rio cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $10,500 in typical used asking against a $17,450 starting MSRP — roughly 60% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $17,450
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $10,500
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 60% of MSRP
~$6,950 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2023 Rio?
The 2023 Kia Rio is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The U.S. Rio ended after 2023. This page covers the final model year. The 2023 Kia Rio was the final model year covered in this catalog. The Kia Rio is a subcompact car manufactured by Kia from 1999 to 2023. It was discontinued due to declining popularity and broader economic factors. Body styles have included a three and five-door hatchback and four-door sedan, equipped with inline-four gasoline and diesel engines, and front-wheel drive. Published 2023 dimensions include overall length 160.2 in, width 68.1 in, height 57.1 in, and wheelbase 101.6 in, with curb weight around 2548.5 lb.
- Final U.S. catalog year
- No clear 2023 vPIC model match
- Wheelbase 101.6 in
- Curb weight about 2548.5 lb
- About 160.2 × 68.1 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2023 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 120 hp, 112 lb-ft, 36 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
120 hp
Torque
112 lb-ft
Combined MPG
36 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2023 selected trim (36 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,167
5-year energy
$5,833
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 36 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 1.6L I4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 160.2 in
- Width
- 68.1 in
- Height
- 57.1 in
- Wheelbase
- 101.6 in
- Curb weight
- 2548.5 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 36
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | S | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 120 hp | 120 hp |
| Torque | 112 lb-ft | 112 lb-ft |
| Combined MPG | 36 | 36 |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 | 1.6L I4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | 112 | — | 36 | FWD | |
| 120 | 112 | — | 36 | FWD | |
| 120 | 112 | — | 35 | FWD |