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What is your Kia Rio worth in 2026? See the indication by year, known weak spots and tips for the best price.

What is a Kia Rio worth in 2026?

A 2023 Kia Rio with around 46,000 km fetches roughly €12,900 in a private sale, or about €10,950 as a trade-in. A 2018 car with 111,000 km is worth about €7,300 privately. These are indications for a car in good condition.

Indicationby model year, with average mileage and in good condition (prices as of October 2026)

Indication Kia Rio by model year, with average mileage and in good condition (prices as of October 2026)
YearTrade-inAuction / dealer bidPrivate sale
202346,000 km€10,950€11,950€12,900
202259,000 km€9,800€10,650€11,500
202172,000 km€8,700€9,500€10,250
202085,000 km€7,800€8,450€9,150
201998,000 km€6,950€7,600€8,200
2018111,000 km€6,200€6,700€7,300
2017124,000 km€5,450€5,950€6,550
2016137,000 km€4,750€5,250€5,850
2015150,000 km€4,100€4,600€5,200
2014163,000 km€3,500€4,000€4,600
2013176,000 km€2,800€3,300€3,900
2012189,000 km€2,250€2,750€3,350
2011202,000 km€1,750€2,250€2,850

Calculated with the Sell Your Car value model: estimated new price, yearly depreciation for this segment and fuel, and how well this model holds its value. Trim, options, damage and servicing make the difference.

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What does a Kia Rio fetch now?

By build year, from the 20 Kia Rio cars for sale at dealers and importers on 27 October 2026. Private sale, dealer offer and trade-in are derived from the asking price with the usual dealer margins; your car can differ by trim, mileage and condition.

YearDealer asking pricePrivate saleDealer offerTrade-in
2022 (4)€17,350€15,600€14,400€13,250
2019 (3)€13,950€12,550€11,600€10,650
2018 (3)€12,950€11,650€10,750€9,900
2017 (4)€11,350€10,200€9,450€8,650

Depreciation year by year: Kia Rio

A Kia Rio loses 3.7% a year on average. Measured on 14 cars for sale on 27 October 2026 (built 2017–2022).

Depreciation by year of the Kia Rio
YearCarsAsking priceNew priceValue keptDrop per yearMileage
2022*4€17,350€24,90072%–59,000 km
2019*3€13,950€22,80059%−6.4%a year vs 202285,500 km
2018*3€12,950€20,00069%+17.8%81,000 km
2017*4€11,350€19,15057%−18.5%128,000 km

Median per year. New price: what the car cost new in the Netherlands, the RDW catalogue price (incl. VAT, BPM and factory options, without delivery costs). For cars imported used: the Dutch catalogue price of that version. Value kept: asking price divided by the car’s own new price. Drop per year: value kept against the next newer year; a plus means that year asks relatively more. Older cars have more miles, which is part of the drop. * Fewer than 5 cars: indicative only. Asking prices, not sale prices.

Who buys a used Kia Rio?

The Rio is the Kia for people who find a Picanto too small but do not need a family car. Buyers are often older drivers and small households looking for a dependable, slightly roomier city car, plus first-time buyers with a little more budget. It has not been sold new since 2023, but that matters little on the used market: the youngest cars still have factory warranty and parts are widely available.

On a Rio IV, engine and warranty drive the price. The 1.0 T-GDi (with 48V mild hybrid from 2020) is livelier and more economical on the motorway than the non-turbo 1.2, and DynamicLine and GT-Line trims with navigation and a camera are popular. The manual mild hybrid has a clever gearbox with an electronically operated clutch; it feels different, so let buyers take their time on the test drive. A 2020 Rio is covered until 2027 if it is under 150,000 km and properly serviced. A Rio II 1.5 CRDi is often Euro 4 and barred from the big milieuzones (low-emission zones). Start with a valuation.

Which Rio generations are there?

Which Rio generations are there?
GenerationWhat to know
Rio I2000–2005A simple budget car; now rare.
Rio II2005–20111.4 petrol and 1.5 CRDi; the diesel is often Euro 4.
Rio III2011–2017Grown-up design with the 1.2 CVVT and 1.1 or 1.4 CRDi, also as a three-door.
Rio IV2017–20231.0 T-GDi, with 48V mild hybrid from 2020; dropped from the European range in 2023.

Which Rio versions are popular?

These are the versions buyers search for most. Name the exact version in your ad.

  • Kia Rio 1.2 CVVT ComfortLine
  • Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDi DynamicLine
  • Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDi MHEV GT-Line
  • Kia Rio 1.4 CVVT automaat
  • Kia Rio 1.1 CRDi

What are the known weak spots of the Rio?

  • Mild hybrid with electronically operated clutch: feels different; check the biting point and stop-start
  • Clutch and brakes after lots of city driving
  • Rio II 1.5 CRDi: Euro 4, EGR valve and injectors
  • Missed servicing can cost the warranty

What does a buyer check on a used Rio?

  • Service history and remaining warranty
  • Stop-start and 48V system on the mild hybrid
  • Test drive the automatic (1.4 CVVT) if fitted
  • Infotainment, camera and air-con
  • Emission class on older diesels

How do you sell your Rio for the best price?

  1. Aim your ad at older drivers and small households: mention seat height, boot space and low costs
  2. Put the warranty end date in the first line
  3. An older Rio usually sells best privately
  4. Compare your Rio with similar Picantos and Clios when setting your asking price

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FAQ about the Kia Rio

Is the Kia Rio still easy to sell now it is no longer sold new?

Yes. For most used-car buyers it matters little that a model is out of production, as long as parts and servicing remain available, which is the case with Kia. A young Rio IV also still has factory warranty, which passes to the next owner as long as the conditions have been met. That is a strong argument.

Which Rio engine is most in demand?

The 1.0 T-GDi, especially with the 48V mild hybrid from 2020. It is punchier and more economical on the motorway than the 1.2 CVVT. For buyers who mostly drive in town, a tidy 1.2 CVVT is fine. Older diesels are less in demand because of low-emission zones and weak demand for small diesels.

Is my Rio still under warranty?

If it is less than 7 years old and has covered under 150,000 km, probably yes. A 2020 Rio is covered into 2027 and a 2023 Rio into 2030, provided it was serviced on schedule. A Kia dealer can see the exact end date from the VIN.

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