Kia Rio (Republic of Korea, 2000-present)

In 2001 Kia Motors introduced a new model to its lineup: the Kia Rio. The model is currently in its thirdgeneration and has been produced in both five-door hatchback and four-door sedan body styles.

The Rio was unveiled in 2000 to replace the first-generation Pride, a rebadged version of the Ford Festiva, and the Avella, a subcompact sold as a Ford in some markets.

In 2005 Kia introduced a second generation Eio based on a redesigned platform shared with the Hyundai Accent.

In 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, the Korean brand unveiled the third generation of the hatchback model.