The KIA RIO (2009-12) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 96 2 AUTO4 is a small five-door hatchback aimed at buyers wanting straightforward, affordable everyday transport. In the UK used-car market, it sits among practical superminis such as the Ford Fiesta, Vauxhall Corsa and Toyota Yaris, with an automatic gearbox making town driving easier. mycarcheck.com records 19 look-ups covering 16 different VINs, so the figures offer a useful snapshot rather than a large survey. The checked cars averaged £1,400 in private-sale value and 90,000 miles, with annual mileage averaging 7,000. They had around 2.7 previous keepers on average. Its five-door layout suits commuters, first-time drivers and small households needing easy access and day-to-day space. The 1.4-litre petrol engine offers more flexibility than the smallest city cars, while the Rio’s simple, no-fuss character is its appeal. Against rivals, it is a sensible value-focused choice; check each car’s history, condition and automatic operation before buying.