Kia Rio hatchback launched

by Senani WASANA THENUWARA

Kia Motors (Lanka) Ltd, the sole agent for South Korea's KIA Motors Corporation, launched 2012 Rio; a coupe-like hatchback in Colombo, last week. Kia Rio is designed by Chief Designer Peter Schreyer of KIA Corporation.

The new Rio, a five-door edition is coupled with new revolutionary advancement in terms of design, performance and technology and safety and environment-friendly features to attract Sri Lankan youth.

It is equipped with a durable Gamma 1.4 Gasoline engine that delivers displacement of 1396cc, maximum power of 107ps at 6300rpm and maximum torque of 13.8kg-m at 4200pm which increases the fuel efficiency and power while reducing emissions and lessening the vibrations to ensure quiet and smooth functioning.

The Kia Group, the fifth largest auto maker hopes to manufacture seven million vehicles this year and reach the fourth largest auto-maker position.