Features that enhance the driving experience
Interior
Every feature of the Rio has been designed for you to enjoy the drive no matter when or where you’re headed.
Telescopic steering wheel
Rain sensing wipers
Auto defog system
Electrochromic mirror
Smart Key
Center console
Split folding rear seats
All charged up
Keep warm . . . or cool
The Rio's steering wheel can be adjusted up, down, forward and back so you can find a position that feels just right.
The Rio will sense when raindrops hits the windscreen and activates the wipers accordingly. The system will also adjust the speed of the wipers the heavier the rain becomes.
A sensor detects mist on the front windscreen and automatically activates the fans to de-mist the screen.
No more annoying headlights in your rear view mirror. The electrochomic mirror in the Rio automatically dulls the glare from headlights behind you.
Leave your key in your pocket or bag and simply touch a button on the door handle to lock or unlock the Rio. The Smart Key also allows you to start your engine with the push of a button when the key is detected inside the car.
Keep your personal items out of sight with the center console, its big enough to fit those important items that you need in the car.
Super handy when you need to cart around those oversize items, the rear seats in the Rio fold down to give you 980 liters (VDA) of space.
You and your passengers can keep all your devices fully charged with USB chargers in the front and rear of the Rio.
Cold winter mornings or hot summer days the Rio's climate control can keep your vehicle at just the right temperature for you.
A car you can be proud to drive
Exterior
With its head turning looks and attention grabbing detail, each and every detail has been thoughtfully redesigned to enhance the award winning style Rio is known for.
Smart cornering lights
LED rear tail lights
LED Side indicators
Daytime running lights
Bi function projector head lights
Heated and folding side mirrors
Rear spoiler
Fog lights
Front grill
These activate in low speed turns and shine additional light at your intended direction depending on the steering angle.
LED tail lights boost your presence at night from the rear, ensuring your position on the road is visible.
The outside mirrors feature seamlessly integrated turn-signal indicators.
Stand out while you're on the road with distinctive LED daytime running lights. These DRLs will come on automatically when the hand brake is released and add to the good looks of Rio.
These aren't your standard headlights, the specially designed projector blub does the job of two; providing light for both the low and high beam function
The side mirrors are heated to remove condensation on those winter mornings. They also fold away when you're parking on the street or if you're just in a tight spot.
It's not just there for good looks, the rear spoiler helps improve the Rio's aerodynamics and performance.
For when the weather gets misty or just a little foggy you can activate the fog lights. The Rio's fog lights have a wide and flat beam pattern that helps reduce the amount of light being reflected off the fog.
The front grill adds to the striking looks of the new Rio. It's also designed to improve aerodynamics and airflow through to the engine bay.
Tech
Technology within arms reach
The world is only one touch away when you start up the Rio and its infotainment unit. The 8" touchscreen is the hub of the vehicle and allows you to simply access your favourite station, satellite navigation, bluetooth hands free.
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Satellite navigation
Bluetooth connectivity
Cruise control
8" touch screen audio
Android Auto connect the Rio's infotainment system with an Android smartphone. Some of your apps will work through the simple and intuitive interface. It's designed to minimise distraction so that you can stay focused on the road ahead.
CarPlay is a smarter, safer way to use your iPhone in your new Rio. CarPlay takes certain apps on your iPhone and puts them on the Rio's infotainment display.
Even if you're sure you know the way, set the navigation system to help you get to your destination faster. The quintessential travel companion combining navigation, trip information and traffic avoidance if you're in one of the busy NZ cities.
Bluetooth allows you to connect your smartphone, allowing you to answer and end calls hands-free and play music from your favourite playlist.
Set the speed you want to travel at and the Rio will maintain it. Great for those long open road journeys or your daily commute on the motorway.
Play your anthem with the 8" touchscreen audio system, paired with 6 speakers throughout the new Rio.
Powerful yet gentle
Performance
The Rio has two engine options, a 1.4 L petrol engine and in the GT Line, a 3 cylinder, 1.0L Turbo petrol engine.
1.4L DOHC CVVT petrol engine
6-speed automatic transmission.
6-speed manual transmission
7-speed DCT
Max. power 74kW @ 6,000rpm
Max. torque 133Nm @ 4,000rpm
A smooth shifting 6-speed automatic transmission shifts the engine's torque.
An efficient manual transmission offers quick shifts and gear ratios selected to fit the engines torque curve.
Dual-clutch transmissions (DCT) combine the advantages of both automatic and manual gearboxes, offering sportier driving and reduced fuel consumption compared to traditional transmissions.
Safety
5-star ANCAP Safety
The Rio comes with more Advanced High Strength Steel than ever. The increased rigidity of its reinforced chassis not only provide greater safety through heightened collision performance but also improves stability, handling, road noise and vibrations. All versions of the Rio have been achieved the 2017 5-star ANCAP rating.
Straight Line Stability
Straight Line Stability
Straight Line Stability senses any difference in applied pressure and adjusts if necessary to maintain stability when you're braking in a straight path.
Electronic Stability Control
Electronic Stability Control
ESC incorporates a number of systems to provide improved braking and handling on wet, slippery and rough roads.
Reverse warning sensors
Reverse warning sensors
When reversing a 3 stage alert sounds if you're getting too close to other cars or other objects. Great for squeezing into those tight parking spots.
Reversing camera
Reversing camera
To help protect occupants and potentially reduce injuries in the event of a collision, the Rio offers driver and front passenger airbags, 2 front-side airbags, 2 side-curtain airbags, and a driver’s knee airbag as standard.
Hill start assistance
Hill start assistance
Don't worry about tricky hill starts anymore. Rio has hill start assist (HAC) which helps stop the vehicle rolling backwards when taking off from a set of lights or exiting a parking spot on a hill.
6 airbags
6 airbags
The all new Rio has 6 airbags to protect you and your passengers. There are 2 airbags for the front passenger and driver and dual curtain airbags that run the length of the passenger cabin to protect occupants in the rear seats.
Range
Pick your ride.
NZ Govt Clean Car Feebates. Terms and conditions apply please refer to www.nzta.govt.nz for full details.
From April 1st 2022
- Rio 1.4L Man = $1,250 rebate
- Rio 1.4L Auto = no fee or rebate
- Rio 1.0L = no fee or rebate
LX Manual
1.4L DOHC
Features include:
- 1.4 DOHC MPI D-CVVT
- 6-speed Automatic
- 15" Alloys
- 5 star ANCAP Safety Rating (2017)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist
- Lane Keep Assist & Lane Follow Assist
- Driver Attention Alert
- Hill-Start Assist Control
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Cloth Interior Trim
- 8" Colour LCD Touchscreen Infotainment System
- 4.2" TFT LCD Colour Supervision Instrument Cluster
- Bluetooth Connectivity with Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
LX Auto
1.4L DOHC
Features include:
- 1.4 DOHC MPI D-CVVT Petrol Engine
- 6-speed Automatic
- 15" Alloys
- 5 star ANCAP Safety Rating (2017)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist
- Lane Keep Assist & Lane Follow Assist
- Driver Attention Alert
- Hill-Start Assist Control
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Halogen Bi-Function Projection Headlamps with Cornering Headlight Control
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Cloth Interior Trim
- 8" Colour LCD Touchscreen Infotainment System
- 4.2" TFT LCD Colour Supervision Instrument Cluster
- Bluetooth Connectivity with Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
EX
1.4L DOHC
- 1.4 DOHC MPI D-CVVT Petrol Engine
- 6-speed Automatic
- 16" Alloys
- 5 star ANCAP Safety Rating (2017)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist
- Lane Keep Assist & Lane Follow Assist
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
- Driver Attention Alert
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Smart Cruise Control
- Halogen Bi-Function Projection Headlamps with Cornering Headlight Control
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Cloth Interior Trim
- 8" Colour LCD Touchscreen Infotainment System
- 4.2" TFT LCD Colour Supervision Instrument Cluster
- Bluetooth Connectivity with Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
Limited
1.4L DOHC
- 1.4 DOHC MPI D-CVVT Petrol Engine
- 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission
- 17" Alloys
- 5 star ANCAP Safety Rating (2017)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist
- Lane Keep Assist & Lane Follow Assist
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
- Driver Attention Alert
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Smart Cruise Control
- LED Bi-Function Projection Headlamps with Cornering Headlight Control
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Cloth & Synthetic Leather Interior Trim
- 8" Colour LCD Touchscreen Infotainment System
- Satellite Navigation
- 4.2" TFT LCD Colour Supervision Instrument Cluster
- Bluetooth Connectivity with Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
LX-T
1.0L Turbo Petrol
- 1.0L Turbo Petrol Engine
- 6-speed Automatic
- 17" Alloys
- 5 star ANCAP Safety Rating (2017)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist
- Lane Keep Assist & Lane Follow Assist
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
- Driver Attention Alert
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Smart Cruise Control
- LED Bi-Function Projection Headlamps with Cornering Headlight Control
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Cloth & Synthetic Leather Interior Trim
- 8" Colour LCD Touchscreen Infotainment System
- Satellite Navigation
- 4.2" TFT LCD Colour Supervision Instrument Cluster
- Bluetooth Connectivity with Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
GT Line
1.0L Turbo Petrol
- 1.0L Turbo Petrol Engine
- 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission
- 17" Alloys
- 5 star ANCAP Safety Rating (2017)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist
- Lane Keep Assist & Lane Follow Assist
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
- Driver Attention Alert
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Smart Cruise Control
- LED Bi-Function Projection Headlamps with Cornering Headlight Control
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Cloth & Synthetic Leather Interior Trim
- 8" Colour LCD Touchscreen Infotainment System
- Satellite Navigation
- 4.2" TFT LCD Colour Supervision Instrument Cluster
- Bluetooth Connectivity with Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
GT Line Plus
1.0L Turbo Petrol
- 1.0L Turbo Petrol Engine
- 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission
- 17" Alloys
- 5 star ANCAP Safety Rating (2017)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist
- Lane Keep Assist & Lane Follow Assist
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
- Driver Attention Alert
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Smart Cruise Control
- LED Bi-Function Projection Headlamps with Cornering Headlight Control
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Cloth & Synthetic Leather Interior Trim
- 8" Colour LCD Touchscreen Infotainment System
- Satellite Navigation
- 4.2" TFT LCD Colour Supervision Instrument Cluster
- Bluetooth Connectivity with Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™