Kia Rio Transmission Specifications
The 2023 Kia Rio uses Automatic (AV-S1), Automatic (variable gear ratios), Automatic (S6) and other transmissions, depending on engine and trim.
Latest model year (2023):
The Kia Rio comes with Automatic (AV-S1).
Kia Rio Transmission — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 |
| 2019 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 |
| 2018 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 |
| 2017 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Kia Rio Transmission FAQ
What transmission does the Kia Rio have?
The Kia Rio is offered with Automatic (AV-S1), Automatic (variable gear ratios), Automatic (S6), Manual 6-spd (2023 and earlier model years). Availability depends on engine and trim — see the year-by-year table above.
Does the Kia Rio come with a manual transmission?
Yes — a manual transmission is listed for at least one Kia Rio configuration. Check the table above for the exact years and trims.