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Kia Rio generations and tyre sizes

Rio DC

DC

2000 – 2002
Petrol55–72 kW (75–98 PS)Manual / Automatic
155/80 R13175/70 R13175/65 R14
Rio DC (1. Facelift)

DC (1. Facelift)

2002 – 2005
Petrol60–71 kW (82–97 PS)Manual / Automatic
155/80 R13175/70 R13175/65 R14185/55 R15
Rio JB

JB

2005 – 2009
Petrol, Diesel71–82 kW (97–111 PS)Manual / Automatic
175/70 R13175/65 R14175/70 R14185/65 R14185/55 R15195/55 R15205/45 R16
Rio JB (1. Facelift)

JB (1. Facelift)

2009 – 2011
Petrol, Diesel55–82 kW (75–111 PS)Manual / Automatic
175/70 R14185/65 R14195/55 R15205/45 R16
Rio UB

UB

2011 – 2015
Diesel, Petrol55–80 kW (75–109 PS)Manual / Automatic
175/70 R14185/65 R14185/65 R15195/55 R15195/60 R15185/60 R16195/55 R16205/45 R16205/45 R17
Rio UB (1. Facelift)

UB (1. Facelift)

2015 – 2017
Diesel, Petrol55–80 kW (75–109 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/65 R15195/60 R15185/60 R16195/55 R16205/45 R17
Rio YB

YB

2017 – 2020
Diesel, Petrol57–88 kW (77–120 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/65 R15195/60 R15185/60 R16195/55 R16205/45 R17
Rio Rio YB (1. Facelift)

Rio YB (1. Facelift)

2020 – 2023
Petrol62–88 kW (84–120 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/65 R15195/60 R15195/55 R16205/50 R16205/45 R17215/45 R17

For the Kia Rio in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Vredestein Quatrac (rated 9.2/10) and Michelin CrossClimate 2 (rated 9.1/10). The Kia Rio uses 15 tyre sizes across 8 generations. The Vredestein Quatrac excels in Low noise while the Michelin CrossClimate 2 stands out in Snow performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

tyres for Kia Rio - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for Kia Rio

Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for Kia Rio?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for Kia Rio are: Vredestein Quatrac (9.2/10), Michelin CrossClimate 2 (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Kia Rio?
The Kia Rio uses the following tyre sizes: 155/80 R13, 175/70 R13, 175/65 R14, 185/55 R15, 175/70 R14, 185/65 R14, 195/55 R15, 205/45 R16, 185/65 R15, 195/60 R15, 185/60 R16, 195/55 R16, 205/45 R17, 205/50 R16, 215/45 R17.
How many generations does the Kia Rio have?
The Kia Rio has 8 generations, from 2000 to 2020.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Kia Rio?
For wet road performance on Kia Rio, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Vredestein Quatrac good for Kia Rio?
Yes, the Vredestein Quatrac is the top-rated tyre for Kia Rio with a rating of 9.2/10. Its strongest discipline is noise. It covers 53% of Kia Rio tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Kia Rio?
To choose the right tyres for Kia Rio: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for Kia Rio?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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