Sales of Kia Rio began in Russia relatively recently, but this hatchback has already managed to win the hearts and souls of many fans thanks to its compactness, capacity and maneuverability. The car has a lot of advantages, and so far it has not been noticed any special drawbacks.
I must say that for Russian sales the company prepared a special adapted version that takes into account the realities of domestic roads and service. Nevertheless, even as standard, the car is equipped with an on-board computer, air conditioning, electrically adjustable and heated rear-view mirrors, ABS and ESS braking systems and other improvements.
In Russia, the updated Rio is sold in Comfort, Prestige, Luxe and Premium trim levels, each of which differs in the level of saturation of additional improvements or in the type of propulsion system.
For example, the top-end, and therefore the most expensive, is the Premium version, which has such additional elements as the stability control system, parking sensors and such improvements as the dashboard and steering column, trimmed in leather, side curtain airbags and a rich leather set for decoration salon. Premium is offered only with a 4-speed automatic transmission and a 1.6-liter engine. The premium list of options can be supplemented with 16-inch alloy wheels, Smart Key system and button start control function.
In addition, to the Russian adaptation package include a battery of increased capacity, mud flaps for each wheel niche, increased ground clearance and improved handling of the underbody. Given the harsh climatic conditions of Russia, cars are equipped with a heating system of higher performance, plastic protection of the crankcase and radiator.
Another car that gained respect in Russia was the updated Kia cee'd, also adapted to Russian operating conditions. In Russia, the Korean is offered with two types of engines with distributed fuel injection.
As in the previous case, the car has five trim levels, each of which has additional options. As standard, the Sides are equipped with parking sensors, climate control and emergency braking assistance on slopes and slippage. The car provides the ability to customize the steering wheel, which the driver can adjust to your driving style, right down to sports.