If you conduct a survey among modern car enthusiasts regarding their preferred body type, it becomes clear that the majority owns or wants to have a sedan exclusively in the future. Love for this type of car far exceeds the "warm" feelings experienced for other vehicles made in the form of hatchbacks or. The modern consumer wants to have a full-fledged car that has a spacious luggage compartment and a cozy interior with good roominess.
Having visited the car market at least once, almost every motorist will be confused by the type and variety of presented Vehicle. A potential buyer from the presented assortment will be able to choose a car that will exactly match the taste and preference of the buyer. In addition, you can find a car that can also satisfy the financial capabilities of the buyer. If we consider cars with such a body type as a sedan, first of all, you should pay attention to the budget Kia Rio and Volkswagen Polo. Both vehicles have both strong and weaknesses constantly competing with each other. In fact, you should figure out: which car is better? Naturally, when it comes to Volkswagen Polo, an unshakable reputation comes first German concern, which has proven its superiority over the years of deliveries. Concerning Kia Rio, it is worth noting its quality and excellent equipment, which refutes the skepticism towards Korean cars.
Comparative analysis of Volkswagen Polo and Kia Rio
The main thing that catches your eye is an attractive exterior, on which the designers of the two firms did a good job. We will deal with the technical equipment, capabilities, weaknesses and strengths to select a sedan with the best performance and driving parameters.
Volkswagen Polo
For the first time, the Russian consumer saw the Polo in 2010, and in the shortest possible time, the presentable sedan gained a whole crowd of fans who want to become owners of the next German novelty. While the Polo is not a newfangled innovative vehicle, it was a car that thousands of consumers have stood the test of time. An efficient, well-functioning machine was equipped with the familiar Polo front suspension, a rear standard element from the Golf, belonging to the fourth generation, a 1.6-liter power unit. The main feature that a quality sedan has is a very attractive appearance. To achieve a pronounced exterior, which is many times better than its predecessors, it was possible through the use of neat karma and organic rear pillar, together giving the car an extraordinary "corporate" appearance.
Motorists who have ever used Volkswagen cars will be able to notice with pleasure the preserved very characteristic feature associated with the most concise and simple salon. Along with the existing advantages, some disadvantages should be noted related to the low seating position of the driver, whose seat, by the way, can be adjusted in a wide range. The budget of the vehicle emphasizes the lack of quality finishes and good upholstery, which makes the car even better and more affordable.
Some of the advantages are:
- luggage compartment, the capacity of which reaches 450 liters;
- good loading height, providing convenience to the consumer;
- a geometric recess in which the existing luggage can be evenly distributed.
Not to be overlooked is the excellent running performance, volkswagen sedan Polo is equipped with a dense suspension, supple steering and slight rolls. The lack of ideal dynamism of the engine is compensated by its reliability. the vehicle can consume not only AI-95, but also AI-92. The modern Polo sedan is a comfortable car for the masses, the car is devoid of pompous frills, attracting those who appreciate quality and can afford a car with an average price.
Kia Rio
In order for the comparison to be as honest as possible and to be able to determine the car that is many times better than its rival, one should briefly describe the modern Kia sedan Rio. The main advantages of which are extensive options, charisma and bright novelty. A car like the Kia Rio can only be owned by someone who, unlike other car owners, wants to emphasize their style and preferences. The car wins the hearts of Russians with its trademark "tiger smile", smooth and at the same time sharp lines of stamping, located along the length of the entire body, as well as extraordinary narrow headlights. The appearance of this car is one of its strongest points, emphasizing the individuality and novelty of the Korean vehicle.
At first glance, the Rio sedan seems a bit better car Volkswagen Polo, especially considering the budget that is needed to purchase it, however, you should deal with the technical equipment of the car.
Looking into the salon, a potential buyer will see no less attractive, compared with the exterior, the internal appearance of the car. Simple yet attractive dashboard complements steering gear which cannot be adjusted in height. One of the minor drawbacks is the inability to put the back of the driver's seat in a vertical position.
In order for the comparison between the Volkswagen Polo and Kia Rio to give a full-fledged one-word answer, it is better for the future car owner to conduct a small test drive himself, which will help the optimal sedan. In practice, it turns out that both machines have features characteristic only of them, while simultaneously possessing similar properties that are able to overlap with each other. In fact, the future owner of the sedan should highlight for himself those features that his car should have, for example, features such as conciseness, proven reliability and trust in the German car industry can make a choice in favor of the Volkswagen Polo. If the desire to have a vehicle with an extraordinary design and good driving parameters is put in the first place, you should prefer korean kia Rio.
Volkswagen Polo and Kia Rio are popular sedans on the Russian market. They have solid equipment and a wide range of options that are time-tested, low-problem technical units and even a hint of individuality. They belong to the budget segment of vehicles for the masses. In this class, there is a serious struggle for the heart, the wallet of a buyer who prefers foreign cars and wants to get as much as possible for less money. Both cars meet these selection criteria, although they are assembled in Russia. Therefore, it is possible to consider or call them "German" and "Korean" conditionally.
Today we will compare cars Kia Rio and VW Polo in the sedan class. Let's emphasize positive traits Let's point out the shortcomings. It will not do without a detailed comparison of technical characteristics, presented in tabular form. This will allow you to quickly find the difference between 2 popular budget cars.
Briefly about Kia Rio and Volkswagen Polo
The new version of Rio appeared after the debut of the second generation Solaris and is an exact technical copy of the compatriot. The machines do not have fundamental differences in terms of power units, gearboxes, running gear and other working units. Offered with identical range additional equipment(with some reservations). They are built on a common modular platform, but differ greatly in appearance due to the efforts of designers. The new Rio of the fourth generation (model index FB) is assembled at an enterprise in St. Petersburg.
Polo is a compact car of the German concern VW with a richer and more controversial history. The car for sale on the Russian market is assembled at the local plant of Volkswagen Group Rus LLC, located in Kaluga. The produced 4-door car has little in common with the European version of the car, which is sold in the hatchback body (with 5 doors).
However, VW management pays special attention to adapting budget car to climate and road conditions operation in Russia. They offer a “warm” package of options, install a battery with an increased capacity and a starter with increased performance power, use suspension settings designed to soften shocks.
Overview of cars Rio and Polo. Comparison and evaluation
Design
VW Polo - classic external design a budget sedan that does not have a bright image. The neatly designed front end looks beautiful with bi-xenon and LED headlights. running lights. Gives a subtle hint of a high-end car.
New taillights with a modified glow pattern look impressive. However, the part of the Polo car, where the updated optics are installed, is boring. Too modest even by the standards budget class.
Another thing is the GT version with sporty notes. Turns a family car into a "pseudo-charged" sedan. The machine comes with a dual strip through the body, 16-inch rims Portago, darkened rear optics. Bright and interesting image. The main drawback is the unreasonably high price.
Video: KIA RIO vs. VW POLO SEDAN Review Test Drive
The new Kia Rio is already in the database considered a youth car, charged with energy and complemented by a drop of aggression. Design "refreshed". The sedan looks different. For some, it began to look more interesting, and for some - to repel the appearance of excessive "Asianism" and the departure from the past balanced appearance.
The design team led by Peter Schreyer made the car defiant in terms of exterior (albeit before new Sportage far), provoking the buyer to emotions.
The changes affected the front and rear optics, the grille. Beautiful wedge-shaped stampings appeared on the sides of the car. But main feature new South Korean sedan - stylish "boomerangs" in the front, formed by fog lights and air intakes for cooling disc brakes.
Conclusion: Rio's appearance is much brighter and more original compared to the boring image of the standard Volkswagen Polo.
Salon
Most budget sedans are bought in trim levels that are average in terms of equipment. Therefore, it is better to compare running versions of cars, rather than exhibition and fashion ones, with leather interiors and decorative inserts. Four-door sedans look solid, but Kia's interior looks newer and more solid thanks to a recent update.
Inexpensive plastic and unpretentious fabric upholstery are found in both test participants. In top trim levels, the multimedia system, multifunctional steering wheel with leather upholstery, gearshift lever trim and others correct the situation. pleasant trifles eye-catching.
Conclusion: neat budget salons without revelations and obviously annoying details. The interior design of Kia is slightly brighter and more interesting.
Engine range and gearbox selection
The engine range of the budget VW sedan is richer than that of the Kia Rio. The main trump card of the first car is a turbocharged 125-horsepower 1.4-liter engine with good traction. The power plant of the TSI family develops 200 Nm of maximum torque (in the rev range from 1.4 to 4 thousand). Here Rio has nothing to say to Polo. The Volkswagen motor is paired with a 6-speed "handle" and a 7-band "robot".
The Russians have two identical MPI engines available. Twin engines with a torque of 155 units are distinguished by high fuel efficiency. Average consumption - 6 liters. Power indicators - 90 and 110 hp
The automaker duo Kia and Hyundai are setting up a budget sedans the same motors. Therefore, the rival Polo got Solaris engines with a volume of 1.4 and 1.6 liters.
The top engine, according to the passport data, develops 156 units of maximum torque and produces 123 “horses”. Despite the same power with the flagship Polo engine, it loses more than 40 Nm in traction. Significant difference.
The less powerful MPI powertrain has Dual-CVVT technology. With a working volume of 1368 cm3, it develops 100 hp.
Engines in Korean cars are universal. Adapted to work together with 6-speed "mechanics and automatic transmission(6 steps). The 90- and 110-horsepower versions of the Polo are equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission. A more powerful motor is equipped with a 6-band "automatic", the younger one does not.
Conclusion: the engine range of the Kaluga sedan is richer and more interesting compared to the proposal from the minders of Kia. Includes a powerful and high-torque 1.4-liter turbocharged engine. In terms of gearboxes - equality (6-automatic transmission for the first and second cars). Volkswagen's optional 7-speed robotic transmission is hardly an advantage.
Dynamic characteristics and indicators of fuel consumption
The engines of the South Korean sedan cannot boast of impressive dynamic performance. None of the versions of Rio breaks the 10-second mark in acceleration to 100 km / h. The fastest (123 hp + 6-speed manual) picks up the first hundred in just 10.3 seconds. In Polo, things are a little better with dynamics. turbocharged engine 125 HP and 6-speed "mechanics" allow the VW brand car to complete the exercise in 9 seconds.
This is a good indicator, but not a priority when choosing a budget car. Much more interesting to compare fuel consumption and the requirements of engines for fuel quality.
For power plants recommended gasoline with an octane rating of 95 (research method). The fuel consumption indicators for power units are the same. Passport data indicate an average consumption of 5.7 - 6 liters of fuel in the combined cycle (with "mechanics"). Kia versions c automatic transmissions are less economical. They require additional 0.4-0.6 liters of fuel in various modes of vehicle operation per 100 km of track.
About packages and prices
Initial cost new Rio is 634,900 rubles. The basic package of the “Korean” includes a simple air conditioner, electric power steering, front power windows, 2 airbags, ESC, VSM, HAC systems, etc.
budget car Kaluga assembly sold from 599,900 rubles. The difference between the basic version of the Conceptline is the presence of 4 power windows and the absence of air conditioning. climate control cannot be installed for a surcharge, it is purchased only in a more expensive version of the Trendline car, the cost of which starts from 650 thousand rubles.
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The most equipped Kia equipment Rio called Premium is sold from 995 thousand rubles. It has full power accessories, heated 4 seats (!) and steering wheel, LED running lights, leather interior, climate control. It is equipped with a Supervision dashboard, a multimedia navigation system with a 7-inch display and support for online traffic information.
The most expensive Volkswagen variant Polo called GT is sold from 834,900 rubles. It is equipped with a Climatronic climate system, a sports leather steering wheel, heated seats for the driver, front passenger, etc.
However, the Volkswagen concern allows you to get the most important and “tasty” options after ordering the “Design”, “Comfort”, “Full readiness” packages, etc. As a result, the cost of a well-equipped car exceeds 1 million rubles. To get the aforementioned bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, you will have to pay an additional almost 57 thousand rubles.
Conclusion: The Polo is cheaper in the basic version compared to the sedan assembled in St. Petersburg. However, the strategy of the automaker Volkswagen, aimed at ordering by the future owner additional packages options, equalizes the cost of machines. At the same time, the basic Kia engine 10 hp more powerful than VW's MPI powertrain.
From letters to numbers. Specification Comparison
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4400 by 1740 by 1470 |
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Table. Detailed comparison of the main characteristics of 4-door sedansPoloandRio
Conclusion: The new Kia is larger than its competitor from the VW camp, has a roomy trunk (20 liters) and a 47 mm larger wheelbase. Rio is lighter than the opponent in all versions by 10-30 kg. The minimum difference in weight does not have a positive effect on fuel economy and dynamic performance. Sedans, which are produced in Kaluga, are faster and give a certain advantage in fuel economy. The last remark is true for cars with "automatic machines".
Video: Owner's opinion Volkswagen Polo 2016 1.6 MPI (90 hp) MT Allstar. amateur review
Summarize
Rio is a bright "Korean" novelty for those who do not want to take Solaris. Polo is a time-tested people's car.
Both models are distinguished by good technical equipment (for the budget class), good assembly, adaptability to Russian operating conditions, have economical engines, full-fledged 6-band “automatic machines” in the gearbox line with a customized operation algorithm. However, choosing between two cars, you will have to sacrifice either an unusual design and a pleasant interior, or excellent driving performance suspension (Polo is famous for them) and an optimal performance engine (110 hp).
Even 7-10 years ago, no one could make real competition to the German auto industry. In Europe and the USA, German-made cars were very popular due to their elegance, restraint and some conservative design. High-quality, but low-key materials, clear and defined lines of the body and interior - who could compete with the famous "German" Volkswagen Polo? Of course, its complete opposite is the bright, catchy and dynamic Kia Rio. The “Korean” loudly declared itself with the advent of the third generation in 2011, and since then many motorists have not ceased to be interested in the question - which is better, Kia Rio or Volkswagen Polo? To answer this question, we will take a detailed look at the design (including interior and exterior), specifications and reviews of car owners about each car.
Kia Rio is one of the most famous representatives of the Korean concern Kia Motors, which appeared on the European market back in 2000. The name of the model conveys the spirit of the car well and means fun, celebration. Despite the bright and remarkable design, the car boasts reliability, high quality components, as well as good technical characteristics. However, about everything - in order.
Interior and exterior
As noted above, the car has a remarkable exterior design - regardless of whether it is a hatchback or a sedan. Wide wheelbase(2570 mm), low height (1455 mm), 160 mm clearance and average length hulls (4366 mm) give the impression of a dynamic and well-designed urban representative of a small class car. Additional dynamism and even some aggressiveness are added to the car by individual elements of the exterior - a small angle windshield, sloping hood, solid grille, as well as eye-catching wheel arches and sporty design fog lights integrated into the front bumper. Optics Kia Rio successfully complements the exterior of the car due to the elongated shape and the transition to the side surfaces of the body.
The interior of the car is a holistic continuation of its appearance. Inside - inexpensive, but high-quality and reliable materials. Dashboard, gearbox and wheel have a number of design solutions, such as metal inserts, chrome lining, bright lighting and smooth, but swift lines of interior elements. The salon has excellent technical equipment, which includes climate control, seat heating, bluetooth, keyless engine start, etc. The only caveat is that not all options are available in the basic configuration.
Specifications
Volkswagen Polo or Kia Rio - what to choose? Briefly indicate the technical Kia specifications Rio, so that the reader can form an objective opinion about these cars. Kia Rio is available in several body styles - 5/3-door hatchback or 4-door sedan, the dimensions of the models are indicated above. Customers can choose from models with 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines with a capacity of 107 and 123 hp. respectively. The buyer can choose a complete set with a 5- or 6-speed manual transmission, or a 4- and 6-speed automatic transmission. The volume of the Kia Rio tank is 43 liters, the weight of the car is 1110 kg. Fuel consumption is about 4.9-7.6 liters per 100 km. Kia has a spacious trunk of 500 liters - much more than the competitor Polo (430 liters).
Note that the tests Euro NCAP the car received 5 stars out of 5. This means that the reliability of the body is at a height, and more reliable than the vehicle in terms of active safety, the safety of a child and an adult passenger, is difficult to find - this is confirmed by numerous tests conducted by experts from the EU.
Before answering what to buy - Volkswagen Polo or Kia Rio, we must consider the competitor of the "Korean" - one of the most famous and famous middle-class models in the world.
Main features, interior and exterior of the VW Polo
This car has been known to everyone since 1975. latest generation entered the market in the spring of 2009 - since then only minor restyling has been carried out, which has not significantly affected the image of the "German". One of Volkswagen's hallmarks is wide and angular headlights, which add some aggressiveness and dynamics to the car without making its design bland and unmemorable. Next come simple and clear body shapes, balanced and clear horizontal lines, sharp edges, eye-catching wheel arches - conservatism and elegance in its purest form. The Polo is available in both hatchback and sedan body styles, with the former having a more remarkable, striking and memorable design.
The interior of the VW Polo is an indicator of German minimalism: there is nothing superfluous inside. The front panel, steering wheel, instruments and switches - everything looks very concise. The interior design would be boring if it weren't for the chrome inserts interspersed with hard and soft high-quality plastics that dilute the interior and add some liveliness to it.
Specifications
The length of the car is 4390 mm, the width of the wheelbase is 2553 mm, the width of the vehicle itself is 1.7 m. Note that the Polo has an overestimated ground clearance of 170 mm, weight is 1.2 tons. Volkswagen is offered only with a 1.6-liter engine and 105 hp. The volume of the gas tank is 55 liters. Buyers can purchase models with both manual and automatic transmission.
Dynamics and cost of vehicles
So, we briefly reviewed the most important information about each of the two vehicles that are in the same weight category. For a full-fledged comparison, it is necessary to consider categories such as the price of each car, as well as the dynamics of its movement.
Both Rio and Polo have the same driving dynamics on the road. It cannot be said that there are significant pluses or minuses - sedans start well from a place, behave confidently on the road, gearboxes are smooth and soft. The suspension of the Polo is slightly stiffer than that of the Rio, but this is practically not felt when moving within the city and light off-road. Thus, the dynamics of both the first and the second cars are almost the same - you should not expect a drive or something supernatural from any of the vehicles.
The cost of Kia Rio at the moment is just over 9 thousand US dollars. The cost of Volkswagen Polo is slightly higher and starts from 10.5 thousand US dollars.
Finally, we note that the reviews of the owners, in most cases, are the same for each of the models. The cars are inexpensive to maintain, reliable, components are easy to find in the car market or on the Internet, and a test drive of the Kia Rio and Volkswagen Polo show, one way or another, similar results. Conclusion - it all depends on the individual preferences of each motorist, and only on the basis of personal sympathies can one conclude a particular car.
For completeness of the review, you can see the video materials about these cars:
Comparison from Anton Vorotnikov
Face to face video overclocking comparison
Safety is very important to us, because every day there are thousands of accidents, let's look at the crash tests of Rio and Polo
Full video review of Kia Rio from Anton Avtoman
Igor Malkin reviews Polo
Even in the past decade, German and Japanese cars were out of competition. However, today in the autosphere with a price tag below 1 million rubles, Germany has serious rivals in the fight for a buyer. The Korean auto industry offers the current Russian consumer options for inexpensive foreign cars that are not inferior to the "Europeans" in functional and technical terms.
Looking at manufacturers from different parts of the world, keeping up with the times, consumers began to compare "Germans" and "Koreans" in one row.
Now there is a dilemma - Kia Rio or Volkswagen Polo. Both are budget foreign cars with good dynamic characteristics, and both have advantages and disadvantages.
To understand which one to choose, it is worth considering each in more detail. And evaluate not only the appearance, but look under the hood and inspect the interior from the inside.
Features Kia Rio
Kia Rio sedan has been running its history since 2000. Engineers have tried to create a car that corresponds to the name Rio - a holiday, joy and fun. However, the exterior of the car is a screen that hides quality and reliability. In addition, by 2016 Kia became almost a twin sister Hyundai Solaris, loved in Russia for low cost, ease of maintenance and reliability.
The modern "Korean" has everything you need for a city car. Pleasant interior design, discreet colors, user-friendly interface and many auxiliary functions, until recently present only on expensive "Germans" and "Japanese":
- access to the car without a key;
- engine start button Stop/Start;
- heated steering wheel and washer nozzles;
- "Hands Free" system;
- climate control.
The listed options are typical for premium cars; they come in top-end trim levels for Kia Rio.
During the development of the machine, Korean engineers focused specifically on the Russian market. They adapted the suspension and engine operation to the climatic conditions of the Eurasian region. The ground clearance is 160 mm, and in the cold season, warm air is supplied to the cabin almost in the second minute after starting the engine.
The Korean car was created as an alternative domestic cars but with more comfort.
Features Volkswagen Polo
The VW Polo sedan is also designed specifically for Russian consumer. Like the Kia ground clearance large - 170 mm. First Polo sedans The Germans showed back in 1995. In 2001, the body was modernized and launched mass production but the car was not popular. But after 9 years Volkswagen Polo Sedan completely turned the idea of the brand on the world market. Engineers have relied on the reliability and practicality of a simple city car for a middle-class man in the street. And hit the mark.
The car is comfortable, but it does not have all the features of a comfortable and tireless trip.
So, in the car there is no ABS, electric mirrors, heated seats. But you can add climate control and a head unit to the package. In general, the machine is fully consistent with German quality and reliability.
Car comparison
In order to appreciate the cars, it is worth considering the following parameters:
- appearance;
- salon design;
- ergonomics;
- equipment;
- engine;
- Transmission;
- dynamic characteristics.
Appearance
Korean car designers put emphasis on stylish features and strived to be fashionable. The exterior is complemented by a good package of options. Thus, the machine becomes very attractive in the market in terms of price and quality.
Volkswagen decided not to make the body futuristic and stylish, but to remain in the tradition of practicality.
The main emphasis of the car of this brand on reliability and durability. It is extremely difficult to compare them, and even more so to choose one option.
Tiger's mouth Kia Rio or Volkswagen Polo with its unshakable calmness? "Korean" stands out in the stream with elegant lines, and "German" is distinguished by good quality and restraint. Everything is in place, nothing more. Polo is pleasing to the eye, but so calm that in comparison with Rio it seems lower class.
Salon design
From both cars, the buyer will receive the same space inside. The Germans did not attach much importance to design and performed it in a minimalist style with its hard plastic, monotonous and meager lighting, lack of functionality, and the Kia Rio stands out for its futurism.
The torpedo is adorned with glossy black plastic, while the instrument panel, buttons and switches are designed in a style that meets modern trends.
Additional equipment in the cabin
The steering wheel of the Kia Rio resembles a Formula 1 car. There are many switches on it, for example, a radio and a telephone. Optionally, the steering wheel is finished with leather, and its heating has been added to the Kia Rio base since 2012.
The "German" cannot boast of such options, but its practicality and ease of control are higher than Rio. Having ordered a Polo in the top configuration, it is possible to make the steering wheel leather, install an armrest and put a radio control unit on the steering wheel. In the usual configuration, the interior is completely devoid of additional functions that increase the comfort of operation.
The torpedo and panel on the Kia Rio is informative, beautiful, equipped with a liquid crystal display with a pleasant backlight. The Polo is no frills but with some flair, the panel looks a bit less simplistic compared to the Rio.
Engine and gearbox
Polo comes off the assembly line in one variety power unit- 1.6 l in 105 l. With. Comes with manual and automatic. 10.5 seconds are required on the mechanics to accelerate to 100 km / h. Due to the thoughts of the automaton, the time is increased by one second.
Kia Rio has the same engine displacement as the Polo, but more powerful - 123 hp. With. Automatic and manual are also available. The 4-speed automatic transmission limits power. It takes him 11.3 seconds to accelerate the car to hundreds. But the consumer has a choice: you can choose a car with a 1.4 engine with a manual transmission.
Dynamic characteristics
Kia Rio takes off quickly. However, if you press on the floor, then the machine throws off downshift with a delay. The car rides well at speed, rolls smoothly and perfectly levels road bumps. Of course, it makes no sense to expect something hurricane from her, not that class. But the goals are different from the beginning. The brakes work well, and in corners the car maintains a horizontal position like exchange rate stabilization in expensive Germans.
Polo is also frisky. When overtaking can give a good jerk. mechanical box walks extraordinarily smoothly, and the automatic shifts gears without delay, which Hyundai and Kia are not famous for.
By dynamic characteristics two representatives of the four-wheeled world are on a par. Both engines take time to spin up and accelerate.
What to stop
Only a person who has already made a choice based on his preferences will be able to draw a parallel and unequivocally choose between the Kia Rio and the Volkswagen Polo sedan. Someone loves comfort for a low price, others rely on practicality and reliability and understand that they pay for it, and not for functional bells and whistles.
kia rio collects positive reviews from people who are accustomed to driving, as if playing a console, sitting on the couch. Such sensations are given by excellent ergonomics and a pleasant-looking finish.
Volkswagen Polo, although not distinguished by beauty, is really of high quality, and this can be seen from the outside. Manufacturers have selected worthy materials for the release of a standing model.
By Kia price Rio will cost less, despite the increased comfort. However, the average cost of both cars is approximately the same - 500 thousand rubles. Even the most demanding buyer will be able to choose a suitable option.
Eugene, driving experience - 12 years. On Volkswagen Polo since 2013
Second Polo sedan in the last three years. I always took new ones, from the salon and exclusively on the mechanics. I’m not going to change to Koreans, in Volkswagen it’s the absence of empty bells and whistles that suits me, because of which the price is wound up. Since the war, the Germans have everything clearly in the automotive industry, and it has remained to this day. Maneuverability, dynamics, and most importantly, the durability of running parts.
Alexey Seleverstov, experience - 7 years, I drive a Volkswagen Polo for 1 year
I bought this car for myself, because I decided a long time ago - there is nothing better German cars. If you change the oil more often, then the car goes surprisingly long. Just change the pads, but nothing else breaks. True, I would like the machine to be faster, otherwise sometimes you start to overtake, and it starts to get stupid, and you find yourself in an awkward situation when you seem to have gone to overtake, but in the end you just caught up with the car and drive in parallel. And so the car is excellent and roomy, although it does not shine with comfort.
Irina Nikolaevna, experience - 2 years, driving Kia Rio since 2015
Kia Rio is my first car. My husband and I bought it so that I could learn how to drive properly. They said that it is necessary to train on the domestic one, because everything there is very tough and difficult. And Kia Rio - comfort for little money. I don’t know about Russian cars, but the softness and lightness of my Kia completely suits me. You don't have to strain when turning the steering wheel. I put the box on D - and you roll yourself as much as you like. In traffic jams, an automatic machine is generally indispensable for girls (I tried it on mechanics and don’t want to anymore). The machine is miniature and in a crowded parking lot it is easy for me to handle it. I will always find a place. In winter, the car is warm, but in summer the air conditioner is either too weak or too cold. Here the Asians did not think a little and gave up slack.
Alexander Voronkov, experience - 17 years, driving Kia Rio since 2010
Been on this car for many years now. Over the years, went to both domestic and foreign cars. But it's good when we managed to combine something inexpensive, but practical, like our cars. New Kia become more interesting, and the old ones continue to work. I have Rio for a long time, and I don’t know troubles on it. Of the major changed only shock absorbers front and rear. The rest is still running. Consumables and oil change regularly and just in time. The car is just for the ages.
Conclusion
Both considered car models are quite worthy of attention and assessment of their advantages. Each driver has their own preferences, so the choice is yours.
Relatively recently, German companies had practically no competitors, but today the situation has changed dramatically after Korean manufacturers entered the market. And if five years ago there was no point in comparing a European car with a Korean one, now such a comparison is more than appropriate. And therefore, it is not surprising that many are concerned about the question: “What better Volkswagen Polo or Kia Rio?
Classic Polo Sedan Vs Stylish Rio: The Battle of the Budget Class
Undoubtedly, the modern auto industry has advanced significantly in recent years. The consumer began to be offered cars in various price category. Today, for a relatively low cost, you can buy not only a used car, but also a new Korean or German brand.
So a striking example was the budget-class cars produced by two famous companies Kia and Volkswagen. But, despite the relatively small difference in cost, these two brands unwittingly became competitors in their segment. On the one hand, worth German quality and on the other, style. Let's try to compare these two parameters further.
Comparison
So, Kia Rio sedan vs Volkswagen Polo. Despite the same class of cars, it is impossible to confuse these two representatives: the bright and spectacular Kia Rio sedan and the elegant and calm Volkswagen Polo. If you compare these two representatives of the budget class, you can see all the advantages and disadvantages of both models.
Kia Rio: features
Kia Rio sedan is a Korean car that has been produced since 2000. The whole point of the current generation of cars is in its name - Rio, which means fun and celebration. But the bright design of this representative is all paramount, since in addition to an attractive appearance and a beautiful interior, the car is of high quality and reliable. In fact, this is still the same solid and practical Hyundai Solaris. It is quite difficult to criticize the car, the interior is very pleasant, everything is in its place, and even some prestigious cars can envy the number of options:
- Keyless entry;
- Starting the engine with a button;
- Heated steering wheel, seats and wiper area;
- Bluetooth;
- Climate control;
- Repeaters of turns on rear-view mirrors.
But, however, some of them are available only in the top configuration. The machine was designed specifically for Russian market. It is fully adapted to the operating conditions in our country.
First thing to note:
- Ground clearance increased to 160 mm.
- In winter, the interior warms up as quickly as possible.
In principle, the machine is designed for people who change from domestic cars for foreign cars.
What is a Volkswagen Polo?
This is a people's sedan that was designed for Russia, so the ground clearance here is also increased to 170 mm, which is 10 mm more than the Rio. The car is designed on the 5th generation Polo hatchback platform. Unfortunately, in terms of equipment, this car cannot boast of such options as ABS, power mirrors, heated seats. However, some of them can still be ordered: climate control, air conditioning, radio. And the rest is quite a worthy device: excellent interior, comfortable seats, and most importantly - it's German quality.
The car appeared in 2010 and immediately began to be in demand in the market. Volkswagen had an idea to create a reliable and solid car that would be accessible to many, and this idea was very successfully implemented.
External characteristics
The creators of Kia Rio focused on stylish design and a huge package of options. Volkswagen, in turn, focused on reliability and quality factor, and therefore it will be quite difficult to compare them.
Externally, the Kia Rio looks stylish and powerful: a branded radiator grill (tiger's mouth), which highlights the car in the general stream and large head optics. Volkswagen Polo, despite the fact that this is a budget model, looks like a real solid representative of this brand: discreet lines, stylish headlights and no frills. Outwardly, the Volkswagen is pleasant, like all its brothers and in total mass it's hard to even say that the Polo is a lower class car.
Salon and ergonomics
Both representatives budget segment provide the same space to the consumer, but if everything is quite modest in the Polo: hard plastic and complete minimalism, then the Kia Rio has a rather beautiful torpedo, diluted with black glossy plastic, which will bring the motorist more than once inconvenience when cleaning. But still, the Rio has a better instrument panel than the Polo.
Equipment
On the steering wheel, the Kia Rio has many options - control of the car radio, telephone. In an improved configuration, the steering wheel can be trimmed with leather. It should be noted, such a function as a heated steering wheel, which is available even in the basic configuration.
In Volkswagen Polo, everything is modest, but at the same time practical and convenient. In the most expensive version, you can add a functional armrest, leather trim and install an audio control unit on the steering wheel. And so in the cabin there are no frills.
The dashboard of the Kia Rio sedan is bright and informative, which is worth only the LCD display located in the center. Volkswagen Polo is relatively simple, but tasteful.
Engine and box
Volkswagen Polo is offered with one engine, a volume of 1.6 liters and 105 Horse power. There are instances in the line of models, both with a manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission to choose from. The manufacturer offers 3 configurations.
As for the dynamics, the car accelerates to 100 km on the mechanics in 10.5 seconds, on the machine in 11.5 seconds, in this regard, the manual transmission is better.
Kia Rio sedan - has a 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 123 hp. The car accelerates to 100 km in just 11.3 seconds on the automatic transmission, even though the power of the Rio is significantly cut off by the 4-speed automatic. However, the consumer is offered a choice of cars with a 1.4-liter engine and manual transmission.
Trunk
Volkswagen Polo has a fairly spacious trunk - 430 liters. To enlarge luggage compartment, you need to remove the head restraints from the rear seats, and then lifting the two levers up, lower the seat forward. But to get a flat space, it will be necessary to remove the seats.
The Kia Rio sedan has a large trunk volume - 500 liters. In order to decompose rear seats you just need to pull the lever.
It's time to drive and compare the dynamics
The Kia Rio sedan moves off quite briskly, but it is worth pressing the pedal lightly, as the box resets to a lower gear with a slight delay. However, the sedan starts perfectly from a place. The dynamics are more than pleasant. Although from this instance you should not expect the supernatural and some driver's emotions. Still, a car of this class was created absolutely for another. Brake system works great. The car enters the corners smoothly without skidding to the side.
Volkswagen Polo moves off with about the same agility. In the flow behaves elegantly. It cannot be said that Polo is bad or nice car. This is an ordinary solid car, like all representatives of this brand. The box struck with its smoothness and softness, there is no delay in understanding between it and the engine.