Kia Rio vs Honda Fit Vehicle Comparison

Are you looking to invest in a new personal vehicle this summer but aren't exactly sure what to buy? The 2014 Kia Rio and Honda Fit are both popular choices, but many prospective car owners may wonder which car is the better investment. Before you rush into signing all the paperwork for a brand new car, take a moment to review the features, options and technical components of both these vehicles.

The 2015 Honda Fit

 

One trendy car on the market today is the 2015 Honda Fit, a roomy vehicle equipped with a number of attractive attributes. Standard interior features include Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port, back up camera with LCD monitor and more. The EX trim may appeal to many who are interested in more entertainment features like a seven-inch touch screen and Pandora Internet radio. Optional leather upholstery and heated seats for the front are also available. Creating some additional cargo space to accommodate road trips or camping excursions is made easier with the Honda Fit by allowing the 2nd row seats to be folded down, instantly creating nearly 53 cubic feet of storage space. Back seat passengers will also never feel cramped with the extra head and leg room the Honda Fit offers.

The 2014 Kia Rio

The 2014 Kia Rio is available in 3 trim levels- LX, EX and high end SX. Some of the exterior features that come standard with the Kia Rio include heated rear glass, power heated mirrors and multi-reflector headlights. The interior of the Kia is built with convenience and entertainment in mind, affording drivers and passengers with a number of fun features. Dual LED map lights, navigation with SiriusXM, auxiliary or USB input jacks and steering wheel mounted audio controls all come standard with each trim level. Enjoy your favorite tunes with an outstanding four speaker sound system that comes equipped with a-pillar-mounted tweeters. One of the best standard features is the active eco system. The active eco system automatically works to preserve fuel by monitoring and controlling various components on the vehicle such as the transmission or air conditioning system.

Which one is the Best?

Awesome technical features, a streamlined exterior, improved drivetrain specs and other attributes make the Kia Rio a much better choice. The Kia is able to transfer more power to the wheels and produces a little more horsepower - 138 for the Kia Rio and 130 for the Honda Fit. Aside from being a more powerful vehicle, the 2014 Kia Rio also outperforms the Honda Fit in terms of handling because of its tighter turn radius. 

The Kia is a less daunting investment than the Honda Fit which is another factor to consider. This car also provides drivers with comparable gas mileage to the Honda and helps reduce time spent at the pump. For many drivers, the extra head and leg room with the Kia will provide some additional comfort that the Honda Fit simply does not offer.

After comparing the defining features of both vehicles, the clear winner is the Kia Rio for overall reliability, comfort and efficiency. If you would like to take the 2014 Kia Rio for a test drive, visit your Mechanicsburg Kia dealer today to discover why this vehicle has become such a popular choice.