New or Significantly Altered Models

2012 Kia Rio

The 2012 Rio is the third generation of Kia's smallest car in the US market. The Rio has grown by some 3 inches in length, and 1 inch in width. A new 1.6l four cylinder engine rated at 138-bhp powers all models. Then new engine is teamed with new six speed manual and automatic transmissions for increased fuel economy. The Rio is offered in LX, EX and SX trim levels.

2012 Kia Rio 5-door

The 2012 Rio is the third generation of Kia's smallest car in the US market. The Rio has grown by some 3 inches in length, and 1 inch in width. A new 1.6l four cylinder engine rated at 138-bhp powers all models. Then new engine is teamed with new six speed manual and automatic transmissions for increased fuel economy. The Rio is offered in LX, EX and SX trim levels.

Updated Models

2012 Kia Soul

The Soul benefits from a number of updates for 2012. The main difference on the exterior are the updated front fascia, rear fascia and hood. Other exterior changes include revised headlamps/taillamps and new wheel designs. Interior changes include an updated center stack and gear shift design. Updated 1.6l and 2.0l four cylinder engines have more power. An optional ECO package adds low rolling resistance tires and start/stop functionality.

Mostly Unchanged

2012 Kia Forte

2012 Kia Forte 5d

The manual transmission is no longer offered.

2012 Kia Forte Koup

2012 Kia Optima

2012 Kia Sedona

The rear seat entertainment system is offered on LX models.

2012 Kia Sorento

The Sorento now includes a standard hands-free entertainment and communication system. Minor changes to standard equipment.

2012 Kia Sportage

The Sportage now includes a standard hands-free entertainment and communication system. The floor insulation and rear dampers are updated to reduce NVH. Alloy wheels are now standard.