Kia Rio vs Skoda Rapid: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Kia · 2011–2017
Rio UB
- Power
- 90 kW122 PS
- Top speed
- -
- Kerb mass
- 1,151 kg
Skoda · 1984–1990
Rapid Typ 743 / 747
- Power
- 43 kW58 PS
- Top speed
- 153 km/h
- Kerb mass
- -
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: Rio UB 1 Rapid Typ 743 / 747 1
- City Rapid Typ 743 / 747 Length: 4,200 mm vs 4,366 mm; Width: 1,610 mm vs 1,720 mm
- Off-road Rio UB Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · Sedan vs Rear-wheel drive · Coupe
In plain words
Kia Rio has more power: 90 kW (122 PS) against 43 kW (58 PS) for Skoda Rapid. Kia Rio is 166 mm longer than Skoda Rapid (4,366 mm vs 4,200 mm). Skoda Rapid is the older design (from 1935); Kia Rio arrived in 2011. On the catalog figures, the Skoda Rapid is the pick for city; the Kia Rio is the pick for off-road. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Skoda Rapid yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Rio UB | Rapid Typ 743 / 747 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,366 mm171.9 in | 4,200 mm165.4 in −166 mm −6.5 in −3.8% |
| Width | 1,720 mm67.7 in | 1,610 mm63.4 in −110 mm −4.3 in −6.4% |
| Height | 1,455 mm57.3 in | 1,380 mm54.3 in −75 mm −3.0 in −5.2% |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm101.2 in | 2,400 mm94.5 in −170 mm −6.7 in −6.6% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Yes |
Difference vs Rio UB (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Kia Rio | Skoda Rapid | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.6 · 90 kW (122 PS) | Rapid Typ 743 / 747 · 130 · 43 kW (58 PS) |
| Production years | 2011–2017 | 1984–1990 |
| Body | Sedan | Coupe |
| Country | South Korea | Czech Republic |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 90 kW (122 PS) 121 hp Better | 43 kW (58 PS) 58 hp |
| Power, all versions | 55–90 kW (75–122 PS) 74–121 hp | 23–92 kW (31–125 PS) 31–123 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | No data | 98 Nm 72 lb-ft |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | No data | 153 km/h 95 mph |
| Power per tonne | 78 kW/t 95 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,600 cc 1.6 l | 1,289 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,366 mm 171.9 in | 4,200 mm 165.4 in |
| Width | 1,720 mm 67.7 in | 1,610 mm 63.4 in |
| Height | 1,455 mm 57.3 in | 1,380 mm 54.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm 101.2 in | 2,400 mm 94.5 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 1,151 kg 2,538 lb | No data |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 500 l 17.7 cu ft | No data |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2011) | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (1): Fuel.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).