It was only a week ago that Kia teased the next-generation Rio with some sketches. Now, the Korean automaker has revealed the Rio before its official debut at the Paris Motor Show later this month.
To our eyes, Kia's design team took the current model and did some tinkering with it. The front features the latest iteration of Kia's tiger nose grille along with a longer overhang. Along the side are a more upright c-pillar and short rear overhang. Compared to the current model, the new Rio is a half-inch longer, 0.19 inches wider, and rides on a wheelbase that is 0.4 inches longer.
The interior sees a noticeable improvement in terms of ergonomics and possibly materials. There is a new infotainment system with a screen that Kia describes as "floating." The center stack is slightly angled towards the driver.
Details on engines will likely be announced at the Paris reveal. Kia says the Rio will go on sale in Europe towards the end of the year. North America will likely get the Rio sometime next year.
Source: Kia
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