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Skoda Rapid NH vs Kia Rio UB: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Skoda Rapid NH

Skoda · 2012–2019

Rapid NH

C PI 452

Power
81 kW110 PS
0–100 km/h
11.2 s
Kerb mass
-

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Kia Rio UB

Kia · 2011–2017

Rio UB

B PI 517

Power
90 kW122 PS
0–100 km/h
-
Kerb mass
1,151 kg

Version spec sheet

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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

Kia Rio UB has more power: 90 kW (122 PS) against 81 kW (110 PS) for Skoda Rapid NH. 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.

Race Stats side by side
StatRapid NHRio UB
PIC · 452B · 517
Power 30 42
Grip 40 40
Handling 71 72
Top speed 33 41
Launch 27 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. 1 Rio UB1.6 · 90 kW (122 PS) 16.25 sat 137 km/h
  2. 2 Rapid NH1.2 TSI · petrol · 81 kW (110 PS) 17.76 sat 123 km/h · +1.51 s

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Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

Rapid NH · Rio UB
0 m1 m2 m3 m4 m5 m1 m0 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ft6 ft7 ft8 ft9 ft10 ft11 ft12 ft13 ft14 ft15 ft16 ft17 ft18 ft19 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ftWheelbase 2,602 mmWheelbase 8 ft 6 inLength 4,483 mmLength 14 ft 8 in1,461 mm4 ft 10 inWheelbase 2,570 mmWheelbase 8 ft 5 inLength 4,366 mmLength 14 ft 4 in1,455 mm4 ft 9 in
Rapid NHRio 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? YesYes

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.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

Skoda Rapid NHKia Rio UB
General
Version 1.2 TSI · petrol · 81 kW (110 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. 81 kW (110 PS) 109 hp 90 kW (122 PS) 121 hp Better
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. 175 Nm 129 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. 11.2 s No data
Power per tonne No data 78 kW/t 95 hp/ton calculated
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 1,197 cc 1.2 l 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)

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

† from another version of this generation.

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