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Kia Rio generations and tyre sizes

Rio DC

DC

2000 – 2002
Petrol55–72 kW (75–98 PS)Manual / Automatic
Rio DC (1. Facelift)

DC (1. Facelift)

2002 – 2005
Petrol60–71 kW (82–97 PS)Manual / Automatic
Rio JB

JB

2005 – 2009
Petrol, Diesel71–82 kW (97–111 PS)Manual / Automatic
Rio JB (1. Facelift)

JB (1. Facelift)

2009 – 2011
Petrol, Diesel55–82 kW (75–111 PS)Manual / Automatic
Rio UB

UB

2011 – 2015
Diesel, Petrol55–80 kW (75–109 PS)Manual / Automatic
Rio UB (1. Facelift)

UB (1. Facelift)

2015 – 2017
Diesel, Petrol55–80 kW (75–109 PS)Manual / Automatic
Rio YB

YB

2017 – 2020
Diesel, Petrol57–88 kW (77–120 PS)Manual / Automatic
Rio Rio YB (1. Facelift)

Rio YB (1. Facelift)

2020 – 2023
Petrol62–88 kW (84–120 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Kia Rio in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (rated 8.8/10) and Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 (rated 8.7/10). The Kia Rio uses 15 tyre sizes across 8 generations. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 excels in Dry performance while the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 stands out in Comfort. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

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

Best Summer tyres for Kia Rio

Best tyres for Kia Rio by category

Best for dry
Kumho Ecsta HS52
8.6/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.5/10
Best for comfort
Michelin e.Primacy
8.9/10
Best for noise
Michelin e.Primacy
9.1/10
Best budget
Linglong Sport Master
7.7/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.8/10

Tyre comparison for Kia Rio

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Turanza T0058.88.58.57.77.9Premium280%
2Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 28.78.07.87.98.4Premium53%
3Michelin Primacy 58.67.97.59.08.7Premium66%
4Bridgestone Turanza 68.17.88.06.77.2Premium53%
5Firestone Roadhawk 28.17.46.25.07.1Upper-middle66%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Kia Rio?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Kia Rio are: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.8/10), Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 (8.7/10), Michelin Primacy 5 (8.6/10). 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 budget tyre for Kia Rio?
The highest-rated budget option for Kia Rio is the Linglong Sport Master with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Kia Rio?
For wet road performance on Kia Rio, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.5/10) And Hankook Ventus Prime 4 (8.3/10).
Are Bridgestone Turanza T005 good for Kia Rio?
Yes, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is the top-rated tyre for Kia Rio with a rating of 8.8/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 280% 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.

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