2012 Kia Rio Tire Size & Pressure
The 2012 Kia Rio tire size depends on trim: the EX, 4D Hatchback takes P185/65R15 86T; the LX, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans takes P185/65R15 86T; the LX, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes P185/65R15 86T; the SX, 4D Sedan takes 205/45R17 84V; the LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans takes P185/65R15 86T; the SX, 4D Hatchback takes 205/45R17 84V; the LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans takes P185/65R15 86T; the EX, 4D Sedan takes P185/65R15 86T, per the factory service manual.
- EX, 4D Hatchback: P185/65R15 86T
- LX, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans: P185/65R15 86T
- LX, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans: P185/65R15 86T
- SX, 4D Sedan: 205/45R17 84V
- LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans: P185/65R15 86T
- SX, 4D Hatchback: 205/45R17 84V
- LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans: P185/65R15 86T
- EX, 4D Sedan: P185/65R15 86T
EX, 4D Hatchback
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | P185/65R15 86T | Door Placard | — | — |
LX, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | P185/65R15 86T | Door Placard | — | — |
LX, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | P185/65R15 86T | Door Placard | — | — |
SX, 4D Sedan
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 205/45R17 84V | Door Placard | — | — |
LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | P185/65R15 86T | Door Placard | — | — |
SX, 4D Hatchback
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 205/45R17 84V | Door Placard | — | — |
LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | P185/65R15 86T | Door Placard | — | — |
EX, 4D Sedan
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | P185/65R15 86T | Door Placard | — | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size tires does a 2012 Kia Rio take?
It depends on the trim: EX, 4D Hatchback uses P185/65R15 86T; LX, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans uses P185/65R15 86T; LX, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses P185/65R15 86T; SX, 4D Sedan uses 205/45R17 84V; LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic Trans uses P185/65R15 86T; SX, 4D Hatchback uses 205/45R17 84V; LX, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans uses P185/65R15 86T; EX, 4D Sedan uses P185/65R15 86T.
What is the tire pressure for a 2012 Kia Rio?
Refer to the tire pressure placard on your vehicle's driver side door jamb for exact cold inflation pressures.
What is the bolt pattern on a 2012 Kia Rio?
Bolt pattern data is available in the factory service manual.