Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
Model | Rio | Rio | Rio |
Trim | Base | LX | SX |
Engines | |||
Transmissions | |||
Drivetrains | |||
Tires | |||
Audio Systems | |||
Accessories | |||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
Rear disc brakes. | |||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||
Cargo Management | |||
Climate Control | |||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||
Exterior | |||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||
Infotainment | |||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
Headlights automatically turn off. | |||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||
Front row reading lights. | |||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||
Reports engine speed. | |||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||
Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
No power assist for the steering. Rare. | |||
Only listed when optional. Almost always standard. | |||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. |
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