Kia Rio vs Mazda 2
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2014 Mazda 2
Overview
| Spec | Kia RioLX | Mazda 2Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2023 | 2014 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia RioLX | Mazda 2Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,750 | $14,720 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia RioLX | Mazda 2Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 32 MPG |
| City MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 41 MPG (best) | 35 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal (best) | 11.3 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia RioLX | Mazda 2Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 120 hp (best) | 100 hp |
| Torque | 112 lb-ft (best) | 98 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.6 L (best) | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia RioLX | Mazda 2Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13.7 cu ft | 27.8 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 957 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,767 lbs | 2,306 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | 5.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.6 in (best) | 98 in |
| Length | 172.6 in (best) | 155.5 in |
| Width | 67.9 in (best) | 66.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia RioLX | Mazda 2Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Kia Rio | Mazda 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $16,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $14,720 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $17,390 MSRP | Sport $15,560 MSRP |
| 3 | S $17,690 MSRP | Touring $16,210 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Touring $17,050 MSRP |