Skoda Rapid NH vs Kia Rio UB: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Skoda · 2012–2019
Rapid NH
- Power
- 92 kW125 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 9.5 s
- Kerb mass
- -
Kia · 2011–2017
Rio UB
- Power
- 90 kW122 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- -
- Kerb mass
- 1,151 kg
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- City Rio UB Length: 4,366 mm vs 4,483 mm
In plain words
Skoda Rapid NH has more power: 92 kW (125 PS) against 90 kW (122 PS) for Kia Rio UB. Skoda Rapid NH is 117 mm longer than Kia Rio UB (4,483 mm vs 4,366 mm). Kia Rio UB is the older design (from 2011); Skoda Rapid NH arrived in 2012. On the catalog figures, the Kia Rio UB is the pick for city. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Kia Rio UB yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Race Stats side by side
Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.
| Stat | Rapid NH | Rio UB |
|---|---|---|
| PI | C · 484 | B · 517 |
| Power | 35 | 42 |
| Grip | 40 | 40 |
| Handling | 71 | 72 |
| Top speed | 38 | 41 |
| Launch | 34 | 39 |
Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race
Who wins a race?
Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time - the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.
- 1 Rio UB1.6 · 90 kW (122 PS) 16.25 sat 137 km/h
- 2 Rapid NH1.4 TSI, DSG · petrol · 92 kW (125 PS) 16.84 sat 131 km/h · +0.59 s
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Rapid NH | Rio UB | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,483 mm176.5 in † | 4,366 mm171.9 in −117 mm −4.6 in −2.6% |
| Width | 1,706 mm67.2 in † | 1,720 mm67.7 in +14 mm +0.6 in +0.8% |
| Height | 1,461 mm57.5 in † | 1,455 mm57.3 in −6 mm −0.2 in −0.4% |
| Wheelbase | 2,602 mm102.4 in | 2,570 mm101.2 in −32 mm −1.3 in −1.2% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Yes |
Difference vs Rapid NH (±). 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. † from another version of this generation.
Full specifications
| Skoda Rapid NH | Kia Rio UB | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.4 TSI, DSG · petrol · 92 kW (125 PS) | 1.6 · 90 kW (122 PS) |
| Production years | 2012–2019 | 2011–2017 |
| Body | Hatchback, Liftback | Sedan |
| Country | Czech Republic | South Korea |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 92 kW (125 PS) 123 hp | 90 kW (122 PS) 121 hp |
| Power, all versions | 55–92 kW (75–125 PS) 74–123 hp | 55–90 kW (75–122 PS) 74–121 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 200 Nm 148 lb-ft | No data |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | 9.5 s | No data |
| Power per tonne | No data | 78 kW/t 95 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | No data | 1,600 cc 1.6 l |
| Gearbox | No data | 6-speed manual |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,483 mm 176.5 in † | 4,366 mm 171.9 in |
| Width | 1,706 mm 67.2 in † | 1,720 mm 67.7 in |
| Height | 1,461 mm 57.5 in † | 1,455 mm 57.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,602 mm 102.4 in | 2,570 mm 101.2 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 1,151 kg 2,538 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | No data | 500 l 17.7 cu ft |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2012) | ★★★★★ (2011) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (2): Fuel, Drive.
† from another version of this generation.