# Used 2021 Kia Rio prices

> The average asking price for a used 2021 Kia Rio is $12,384, with 77,593 miles on average, across 91 cars for sale at U.S. dealers as of Nov 10, 2026.

Data as of Nov 14, 2026 · [ottoquest.com](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2021) · [all Kia Rio model years](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio.md)

- Average asking price: $12,384 (median $12,380)
- Average miles: 77,593
- For sale now: 91
- Average days listed: 49 (of 82 with a listing date)

## 2021 Kia Rio prices by state

States with 5 or more cars for sale.

| State | Average asking | Average miles | For sale | Days listed |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Florida | $11,842 | 74,506 | 11 | 37 |
| California | $13,232 | 68,047 | 8 | 33 |
| Texas | $9,876 | 103,110 | 8 | 59 |
| Ohio | $12,585 | 75,510 | 6 | 35 |
| Virginia | $13,298 | 60,658 | 5 | 71 |

## Other Kia Rio years

| Year | Average asking | Miles | For sale |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| [2023](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2023.md) | $15,742 | 50,265 | 278 |
| [2022](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2022.md) | $14,343 | 62,675 | 132 |
| **2021** | $12,384 | 77,593 | 91 |
| [2020](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2020.md) | $12,019 | 76,564 | 132 |
| [2019](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2019.md) | $10,122 | 94,103 | 96 |
| [2018](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2018.md) | $9,801 | 94,464 | 47 |
| [2017](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2017.md) | $8,286 | 98,670 | 72 |
| [2016](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2016.md) | $7,088 | 102,598 | 75 |
| [2015](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2015.md) | $6,481 | 113,157 | 37 |
| [2014](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2014.md) | $6,583 | 108,853 | 32 |
| [2013](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2013.md) | $5,995 | 108,625 | 68 |
| [2012](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2012.md) | $5,204 | 130,867 | 13 |
| [2011](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2011.md) | $5,170 | 104,273 | 4 |
| [2010](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2010.md) | $5,144 | 125,982 | 6 |
| [2009](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2009.md) | $5,069 | 116,404 | 14 |
| [2008](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2008.md) | $4,905 | 106,677 | 8 |
| [2007](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2007.md) | $4,888 | 112,952 | 7 |
| [2006](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2006.md) | $3,398 | 110,941 | 2 |
| [2005](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2005.md) | $2,995 | 89,974 | 1 |
| [2003](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-rio/2003.md) | $4,256 | 76,096 | 5 |

## Recalls · 2

NHTSA, this model year.

- STEERING:COLUMN (May 5, 2022): Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles.  A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER (Dec 1, 2021): Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rio vehicles.  The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.

## Used 2021 Kia Rio prices: common questions

### What is a fair price for a used 2021 Kia Rio?

Used 2021 Kia Rios for sale at U.S. dealers ask $12,384 on average (half ask less than $12,380), across 91 cars. The cars for sale have 77,593 miles on average: one with fewer miles is worth more, and one with more is worth less. To check one car's price against cars of its trim and mileage, enter its VIN in OttoQuest's free Deal Check.

### How long are used 2021 Kia Rios for sale?

The 82 for sale with a listing date have been listed 49 days on average. A car listed much longer than that, or one whose price has already been cut, usually leaves more room to negotiate.

### How does the 2021 Kia Rio compare with the 2020 and 2022?

The 2021 asks $12,384 on average with 77,593 miles; the 2020 asks $12,019 with 76,564 miles, and the 2022 asks $14,343 with 62,675 miles.

### Does the 2021 Kia Rio have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that cover the 2021 Kia Rio. Repairs are free at a dealer of the make; check a car's VIN with NHTSA before you buy to see whether its recalls were fixed.

## More

- Check one car's price: https://ottoquest.com/deal-check.md?vin=<VIN>&price=<price>&mileage=<miles> (markdown; the page is https://ottoquest.com/deal-check)
- Value a car by model, trim, year and mileage: https://ottoquest.com/value
- Free alerts for new listings and price drops: https://ottoquest.com/deals

Used and certified cars for sale at U.S. dealers, each car counted once. Days listed are the dealer's own days on market where they publish it. Price moves compare the same cars at both ends of the window.

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