Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback vs KIA Rio 5-Door Comparison

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Things we like	Powerful engine option Spacious interiors Impressive infotainment system compatibility Read More	Exceptional fuel-efficiency Fun to drive with sporty handling 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty Read More
Things we don't like	Cost-effective material used inside the cabin Fuel economy could have been better Read More	Telescopic steering wheel unavailable Misses driving assistance features Less powerful than rivals Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	--	11.0:1

Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1398 cc	1591 cc
Power	138 hp	130 hp
Torque	201 Nm	161 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	538 L	493 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	46 L	45 L
Length	4059 mm	4064 mm
Width	1735 mm	1725 mm
Height	1516 mm	1450 mm
Wheel Base	2525 mm	2581 mm
Front Tread	1509 mm	--
Rear Tread	1509 mm	--
No Of Doors	5	5
Kerb Weight	1314 kg	1231 Kg
Front Headroom	983 mm	988 mm
Front Legroom	1063 mm	1069 mm
Rear Headroom	968 mm	965 mm
Rear Legroom	879 mm	851 mm
Ground Clearance	--	140 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam	Torsion Beam

Wheel & Tyre

Tyre Size	205/55 R16	185/65R15
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R15

Steering

Steering Column	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.25 m	5.1 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Type	--	Power

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

Engine Details

Engine	1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve	1.6L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.6L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	--
Automatic Climate Control	No	--
Air Quality Control	No	--
Heater	No	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Rear	No	--
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	No	--
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	No	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	No	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	No	--
Seat Lumbar Support	No	--
Bottle Holder	No	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	No	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	--
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	No	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	No	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Fog Lights Rear	No	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	--
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Washer	No	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	No	--
Wheel Covers	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	No	No
Power Antenna	No	--
Tinted Glass	Yes	No
Rear Spoiler	No	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	Yes	No
Moon Roof	No	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	No	No
Integrated Antenna	No	Yes
Chrome Grille	No	--
Chrome Garnish	No	--
Roof Rail	No	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	No	--
Front Brake Type	Discs Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Drums Drums	Drums Drums

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	--
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	--
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	--
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	--	No
Headlamp Type	--	Halogen Halogen

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