Release of the Raging Rio

Kia has turbocharged its latest addition to the Rio hatchback with the introduction of a sporty GT Line model. “Rio has become one of our best-selling cars since the fourth generation model was launched last year and the new GT Line specification serves to enhance its desirability,” says Todd Mcdonald, General Manager of Kia Motors New Zealand. “We expect the GT Line to boost Rio sales in 2018 and beyond, thanks to its sporty style and performance, as well as the range of comfort and advanced safety features.” The Rio GT Line also adds a number of new advanced safety features, including Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Blind spot detection. Other technologies such as Smart Proximity Key, Apple Carplay, Android Auto, Satnav on a seveninch touch screen and reversing camera are among its standard features. But it’s what is under the bonnet that will interest many buyers of the new Rio GT Line. In place of the standard 1.4 litre petrol engine is a lightweight, compact three-cylinder 1.0-litre T-GDI petrol engine. This engine provides the Rio GT Line 88kw (118hp) at 6,000rpm, with the 171Nm of torque available from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm for maximum flexibility in all driving conditions. The Kia Rio GT Line is not only fun to drive, the new technology turbo engine is also capable of returning 5.4L/100km and reduced CO2 emissions of 143 g/km. The Rio GT Line is now on sale in New Zealand at $28,990 plus on-road costs and, it comes with a 5-year / 100,000km warranty package, including 24-hour roadside assistance.