In the few weeks we’ve been trundling about in the Rio we’re still mightily impressed with it. It’s got a well appointed interior with things like Bluetooth and iPod connectivity as standard (our car is the entry level Si) and much, much more; the chassis is sharp, although the assisted steering is a little dead in the first few degrees off-centre up to about 60km/h, but livens up after that.
In terms of pricing, the Rio is very impressive with a list price of $18,990 for the 1.6-litre toting five-door hatch with six-speed manual (our car runs a cost-optional six-speed auto and lists for $20,990 - 103kW and 167Nm; 6.1L/100km). You can get into the Rio for $15,290 (three-door, 1.4L, six-speed manual).