Step Inside The Revamped 2022 Kia Rio

In today’s automotive market, not much attention is given to the subcompact sedan category. Mainly because drivers are looking for the safety and comfort of a sport utility vehicle instead. And let’s face it, their popularity is hardly surprising. Why should you cram into a small car when you could enjoy the luxury of being up high?

Luckily, your typical subcompact sedan has made leaps and bounds since its earlier years of production. Select models have been revived to incorporate the wants and needs of a modern driver. That’s why now, it’s quite alright to shed some light on top competitors in this category, especially with a wave of Americans reconsidering car ownership in general this year.

Maybe a low-cost car is a happy medium?

One of primary models that comes to mind is the 2022 Kia Rio. This economical car was first introduced in 1999 and has since undergone four generation changes, even the addition of a hatchback body style. After a bout of fluctuating safety scores, the new Kia Rio is here to show that improvement, across the board, is achievable.

Find out why this subcompact sedan’s recent upgrade is worth sharing.

Kia Rio S Technology Package: what’s included

The 2022 Rio S trim starts at an MSRP of $16,790. It’s considered the higher end trim of the two options offered, but the price difference is minimal. For that reason, many buyers are compelled to pay a little more to get all the bells and whistles.

With the S trim, you’ll enjoy standard features like cruise control and a center sliding armrest with storage compartment. But perhaps the best feature is the available S Technology Package with top of the line safety features included:

• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Lane Keeping and Following Assist
• LED headlights
• Siris XM Satellite Radio

The addition of these car tech upgrades have landed the Kia Rio on better terms with IIHS safety ratings in the last couple of years. We assume the improved safety tech of the 2022 Kia Rio will only help push this subcompact car closer to garnering better safety scores like other more favored Kia models.

Clever car tech you’d expect

The interior of the Kia Rio remains simplistic, but its recent facelift reveals a more stylish cabin feel. Sporting more than a new emblem, the interior has two available cloth trims for cushy seating and boosts class-leading passenger seating space, even better than the Toyota Corolla.

Driving in the 2022 Rio, you’ll enjoy a transformative driving experience with the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities. Along with an 8 inch touchscreen display for easy navigation of controls.

Unlock with Kia Connect

For Kia drivers, the convenience of the Kia Connect app is hard to live without. Using your mobile device, you can remote lock/unlock the Rio, control the climate, and contact roadside assistance. All from a few clicks on your phone. This feature even allows you to monitor your vehicle location. Initiate the Find My Car function and you can locate your Kia Rio easily after a sporting event or concert with complex parking.

Impressive fuel economy

Part of purchasing a subcompact sedan comes with knowledge that your fuel economy won’t lighten your wallet. Nor will it do as much harm on the environment. Regardless, having superb mpg range is always a top priority whatever vehicle you drive.

With the Kia Rio, you get 41 mpg on the highway, which makes a fair claim for itself as being a low-cost and fuel efficient ride to drive. According to Kelly Blue Book, it’s earned a good reliability rating as well.

Take a ride in the 2022 Kia Rio

If you’re looking for ways to keep costs low and essentially save money instead of spend, consider a ride as nice as the 2022 Kia Rio. Some buyers might shy away from a subcompact car due to cabin space. But the Rio proves you can still have comfort on a small scale.

Beside the small cosmetic changes, the real big difference behind the new and improved Rio lies in the S Technology Package. If you’re gonna invest in a Rio this year, definitely upgrade to the S trim to enjoy all it has to offer.