Kia Rio Sedan 2020 1.4L MPI

While the Hyundai Accent 2020 has a starting price of AED 49,700 and the Honda City 2020 of AED 49,900, the Kia Rio Sedan 2020 1.4L MPI stands at AED 49,900 including VAT. One of five available trim levels, the 1.4L-MPI is equipped with features such as Airbags, Anti-theft alarm, Immobilizer, ISO Fix Child Seat Anchors, and a Multi Information Display. Other notable features include Power Steering, Power Windows (Front and Rear), Rear Window Defogger, and Steel Wheels.

This Korean Sedan comes with a 1.4-litre Petrol engine that generates 100 horsepower and 135 Nm of torque. Notably, the Hyundai Accent and Honda City come with a 1.4-litre and a 1.5-litre engine respectively, providing competitive performance in their segments.

For the United Arab Emirates, the average price of the Rio Sedan, including all versions, is AED 60,580. Factoring in an annual depreciation of 30%, we expect the 1.4L-MPI to cost AED 38,150 on the used car market by next year. With a 43-litre fuel tank and an average consumption of 6L for every 100 kilometers, filling the 1.4L-MPI is likely to cost around AED 77.4, based on the current fuel price of AED 1.8 per liter for unleaded gasoline 95.

With an average annual commute of 25,000 kilometers, you would expect to fill up approximately seven times a year, totaling around AED 3,328. The Kia Rio Sedan is known for its reliability and fuel efficiency, making it an appealing choice for urban commuting in the UAE. Additionally, Kia's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has garnered positive feedback from drivers, enhancing its reputation in the competitive sedan market.