The growing subcompact market has been more competitive than ever before. The Kia Rio and Hyundai Accent offer good quality for those in search of a reasonable price tag and mediocre performance, but one remains better than the other.
Exterior
The Hyundai Accent shows off an attractive styling, particularly the hatchback. It also boasts excellent cabin fit and finish while giving a comfortable space for 5 people. The Kia Rio, on the other hand, has a decent powertrain and standard sedan styling. The exterior dimensions of Accent/Rio are 66.9/67.7 inches width, 59.3/59.8 inches track width front, 5.5/5.5 inches min ground clearance, 172/172 inches overall length, 57.1/57.3 inches overall height, 59.5/60 inches track width rear, and 101.2/101.2 inches wheelbase.
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Interior
The 2017 Kia Rio has an interior that is better than expected, unlike the cramped interior of the Accent. Both can accommodate a maximum of 5 people, although the head room of the Accent is tighter than the Rio. In addition, Hyundai Accent doesn’t provide navigation, sunroof, and leather, for this instance, Kia Rio makes a better choice for your money.
Performance
The Korean brand Hyundai Accent sedan is another common sight in the busy streets of UAE. It is powered by 1.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, which produces 100 horsepower with 132Nm of torque. The front-wheel drive layout helps it to reach up to 185 kilometers per hour. But this is no match for the Kia Rio sedan. This vehicle conceals a small 1.4 liters 4-cylinder engine beneath its well graven hood. It produces 107 horsepower with 135Nm of torque. The front-wheel drive setup supports the sedan in hitting up to 183 kilometers per hour.
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Verdict
The price of the Kia Rio 2017 is AED 46,900 and the Hyundai Accent can be acquired for AED 44,500. There isn’t a significant difference between the 2017 Hyundai Accent and the 2017 Kia Rio in terms of pricing. But for its performance, features, and overall look, the Kia Rio may seem to be a better deal for the money.
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