http://www.kia-world.net/index.php/category/uncategorized/It’s been a long, long wait, but it’s over now! The very-first prototype of next-generation Kia Rio sedan has finally stepped out in public for the first time and Sonytone.com spies were on hand to capture the moment.Codenamed UB, the prototype of the next-generation Rio sedan sports some heavy camouflage, which is covering the most important styling details of the new car. What is clear already is the fact that the 2011 Kia Rio will feature far more attractive exterior appearance as the current model.Its exterior styling will be influenced heavily by the up-coming 2011 Kia Cadenza and next-generation Kia Optima mid-size sedans. It is evident from these spy shots that the 2011 Rio takes some styling cues from the afore-mentioned sedans, which is not bad since both of them look outstanding. It is also evident that the all-new Rio sports a new Kia family look as seen on new Kia Sportage, Sorento, Soul and Venga mini-mpv.These very-first Kia Rio UB spy shots confirm that the 2011 Rio will initially be available as a sedan, like the new Hyundai Accent. A five-door hatchback is also expected to follow later.According to initial reports, the next-generation Rio is going to share its powertrain technology with the up-coming 2011 Hyundai Accent. Under the hood, engines options will likely include a 1.4L and 1.6L four-cylinder engines packing 107 and 126 horsepower, respectively.If that doesn’t sound interesting enough, Kia is also expected to introduce a more potent 1.6L GDI four-cylinder engine, packing 140 horsepower, in the next-Rio. At least two modern diesel engines are also expected to be available in Europe.Although there is no official word yet about the inaugural launch date of the 2011 Kia Rio UB, latest rumours suggest that full production of next-generation Rio will commence in the first half of 2011.
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http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2011/02/geneva-preshow-2012-kia-rio-revealed-in.htmlLooks like a Seat from the back....
The North American version will be dumbed down of course.
Why does everything have to revolve around the US?
Quote from: Diesel Advocate on February 14, 2011, 11:37:22 am Why does everything have to revolve around the US?Because there is over two hundred and fifty million there. Canada is such a tiny market. LOL They sell more cars in California than the whole of Canada. In Canada you have less choice on everything from consumer products. food, clothing you name it. The vastness doesn't help either. But despite all this, it's IMO one of the best country in the world to live in.
