Which car is better to choose - Kia Sid or Kia Rio

South Korean cars are rapidly taking over the Russian market. First of all, this is due to the fact that the Koreans have significantly increased their approach to mechanical engineering. They began to offer better and more functional cars at an affordable price, which earned some recognition. Kia is the most prominent representative of the country's progress. They produce cars in all major categories. City drivers will be most interested in Rio and Ceed.

Thus, if a car enthusiast decided to buy a car from Kia, decided on a complete set and an engine, and, perhaps, visited a dealership, another question arises before him. In the store, he sees two similar cars at once - Rio and Ceed. The driver begins to doubt: on the one hand, there is a compact and more accessible Rio, and on the other, a functional, but more expensive, Sid. In order to make the right choice, you need to compare the cars in detail.

Description Kia Ceed

The second generation of Seeds hit the market in 2012. South Korean companies, especially Kia, are changing for the better, and this is noticeable. They become brighter and more equipped - this also affected this model. The LED attracts not only by its appearance, but also by its equipment: xenon headlights with the ability to turn, LED fluorescent lamps, a touch screen on the dashboard and a rear view camera - all these features make it modern and comfortable. It's hard to believe that a generation ago, Sid was a boring and simple hatchback.

At the same time, it cannot be said that Kia cars have reached the European level. This suggests that Sid is characterized by unpleasant noise when driving, as well as minor tremors when driving on cracked roads - the fault of the suspension. As for the rest, the quality of the car allows it to qualify not only for a family city car, but also for the “business” category. In addition, the Sid has a flexible chassis tuning system and several engines, among which you can find a turbocharged one - it is suitable for fans of dynamic driving. With this engine, Kia Sid develops 100 km / h in 7.6 seconds, which allows you to fully overtake and make maneuvers. Quite good equipment by the standards of the class and price segment.

Description Kia Rio

As for Rio, Kia's engineers failed to create the same comfortable and precise suspension in 2011. Thus, a simplified design using a semi-independent rear beam increases the responsiveness of the car when driving on road bumps, forcing it to turn due to the largest surface defects. To partially compensate for the uncontrollable Rio, it was decided to do the following: the suspension became more energy-intensive, and the steering effort was increased. This made it possible to significantly increase handling, but now the model seems to be "tough".

If you constantly move on flat roads, being within the boundaries of a large city, then the deficiencies of the suspension and steering wheel will not manifest themselves. But one has only to drive onto a dirt road, or a damaged asphalt road - Kia Rio begins to behave inadequately. It is sensitive to every defect in the road, which negatively affects the driver and passengers - shaking begins in the cabin. In addition, Rio has a rather mediocre sound insulation, which is typical of cars of this class, but coupled with the noise of the car, being in it becomes uncomfortable.

Kia Ceed vs Rio comparison

Specifications

The Rio is available in two body styles - a hatchback and a sedan. The LED can only be purchased as a hatchback version. The Rio is 4370 mm long and the LED body is 4310 mm. At the same time, the Rio hatchback is the shortest of the car variations and has only 4120 mm, but this is a structural difference from the sedan for any car. The height of all cars is the same. As for roominess, the Kia Rio wins in this nomination. The trunk has a volume of 500 and 389 liters in the sedan and hatchback, respectively. Sid boasts only 380 liters, but with the seats folded down, the volume grows many times - up to 1340 liters, which is more than the Rio in a similar state.

The Kia Rio has an inch more ground clearance than the Sid. This difference is almost imperceptible in practice, but it is noticeable that the manufacturer took into account the fact that the car will be used in Russia. The volume of the Rio's gas tank is 43 liters. The car is not suitable for long journeys, although this is not the responsibility of its class. At the same time, its fuel consumption is only slightly lower than that of the Sid, which also does not allow gaining an advantage in terms of fuel volume. Kia Sid has a 53-liter gas tank. Manufacturers recommend refueling the AI-95 Sid, while for Rio, according to them, AI-92 is enough - this is a good opportunity to save money.

Appearance

In terms of body design, Sid and Rio are very similar - even when comparing the hatchback and sedan, respectively. They are made in a corporate style and have rather large headlights and serious curves on the hood and doors and streamlined lines in general. The differences are as follows: the Rio, although it belongs to the B class, has a large grille, which makes it look like a business class car, while the Sid belongs to the C and looks like a normal mid-range car. At the same time, the Kia Sid has many options to improve the appearance, but all of them are not available in the minimum configuration - take only stamped discs. A number of Rio trim levels start right away with "Comfort" and do not have "Classic".

Interior and trunk space and equipment

It is impossible to compare the design of cars by one appearance - the interior is of no less importance (and even more in terms of comfort). Kia Sid has more space in the cabin in height, but only very tall people will need it. At the same time, its seats have an optimal length, on which a person of any configuration can comfortably sit. At the same time, the Kia Rio cannot be called uncomfortable either - its seats are quite simple, but they have lateral support and elastic upholstery, which is especially important for an active driving style. The disadvantages of Sid include the small width of the body, which, accordingly, does not allow placing a full-fledged three-seater seat there - only two adults and a child can comfortably fit.

Rio has a more comfortable trunk with a wider door. It fits large objects better. Thus, the limited cabin comfort can be attributed to the properties of the luggage compartment. If the car is needed more for transportation, then it is better to choose the first one between Rio and Sid.

On the ergonomics of the cabin, Sid is in the lead. Its location of the central control console is more convenient, as it is deployed towards the driver, and also has a seven-inch touchscreen monitor - fewer physical buttons for convenience.

Ease of use

The Kia Sid is a much smoother ride than the Rio. At the same time, the controversial issue is the following: consider it a disadvantage or advantage.After all, not every driver is ready to exchange dynamic properties (like in Rio) for relative silence and smoothness.

The South Korean company still lags behind the European ones in terms of the level of comfort. Particularly indicative is the example of the noise produced by cars - they are both, albeit to varying degrees, noticeably louder than Western cars.

Driving performance

The most popular versions of the Rio and Sid are basic configurations with 1.4-liter engines and manual transmissions. In this situation, Sid can hardly be called agile and fast, because to accelerate to a hundred he will need 12.7 seconds - he will have to forget about dynamic driving, especially from the start. At the same time, Sid does not like low revs, so the driver is constantly forced to find a balance between low and high gears, which is not so convenient with a manual transmission. In addition, if the driver does not have experience in driving such capricious cars for speed, then he risks losing a lot of nerves and money, because in inept hands, Sid can consume 9-10 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers. It is because of these features that it is recommended to purchase a more powerful engine. In addition, Sid's suspension is tuned for a comfortable ride, which, coupled with the lack of ESP, results in a slow acceleration.

Kia Rio is equipped with a different engine. Despite the similar volume, it has completely different settings and slightly more power in the basic version. He does not have a low-rpm traction dip like Sid, so a leisurely and accurate city driving is a wonderful thing for the car. Moreover, the difference in power, and most importantly, the weight of the car, makes it possible to accelerate much faster - reaching 100 km / h will take 11.5 seconds. These characteristics of the Rio suggest that it feels better on the road at any stretch of the speed range.

Complete set

Kia Sid has the following equipment options:

1. Classic - 1.4 l and 100 hp engine from.;
2. Comfort - 1.6 / 130;
3. Luxe - 1.6 / 130;
4. Prestige - 1.6 / 135 with direct fuel injection;
5. Premium - 1.6 / 135 with direct fuel injection;
6. GT - 1.6 / 204 with direct fuel injection (turbo version).

At the same time, weak engines have mediocre dynamics and tuning, and powerful ones are too expensive, which makes you look towards any other competitor. The minimum configurations correspond to a small amount of functionality, which is notable for a fully assembled LED - there will not even be an air conditioner there.

The Kia Rio configurations are presented as follows:

1. Comfort - 1.4 / 107 or 1.6 / 123;
2. Luxe - 1.6 / 123;
3. Prestige - 1.6 / 123;
4. Premium - 1.6 / 123.

Unlike Sid, Rio offers both a manual and an automatic transmission in any configuration (except for the "premium" - there is only AT). This allows you to purchase a budget version with a convenient control system, which is indispensable for many drivers. More expensive Rio configurations are identical in terms of engine choice, which significantly reduces their demand.

Conclusion

The final decision in the choice between Rio and Sid is as individual as the requirements of each driver. The LED is better suited for those who like a quiet ride and are ready to adapt to some of the features of the car in order to ensure the comfort of the passengers. At the same time, it is recommended to purchase a more complete package with a powerful engine, which will be quite expensive. Sid is more expensive than Rio by about 170 thousand rubles, if we talk about the minimum trim levels, and by 380 thousand, if about the maximum. The LED has better noise immunity and a more spacious interior - it is made for passenger transportation. The standard equipment includes airbags and curtain airbags, ESS and ABS, immobilizer and electric windows.

Kia Rio is more focused on cargo transportation, with which it copes better than many cars in its class (B), as well as Sid (class C). Its positive qualities are also the spaciousness of the cabin and good driving characteristics. Like Sid, it is equipped with security systems and basic electronic functionality.