The Kia Rio is a subcompact car produced by South Korean manufacturer Kia, sitting at the entry point of the Kia passenger car lineup. The Rio (YB, 2016-2024) takes a 26" (650mm) blade on the driver side and a 16" (400mm) blade on the passenger side. Front wipers use a hook-style connector, and the model is fitted with a rear wiper as standard. Sizes vary across the Rio's hatchback and sedan body styles and across its four generations. Find your vehicle year in the table below.

Hatchback (DC)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2000 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2001 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2002 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2003 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2004 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2005 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (JB)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2005 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2006 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2007 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2008 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2009 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2010 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2011 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (UB)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2011 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2012 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2013 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2014 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2015 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2016 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (YB)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2016 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2017 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2018 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2019 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2020 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2021 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2022 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2023 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2024 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now

Sedan (DC)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2000 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2001 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2002 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2003 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2004 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2005 21" (525mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now

Sedan (JB)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2005 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2006 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2007 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2008 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2009 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2010 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2011 22" (550mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now

Sedan (UB)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2011 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2012 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2013 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now

Frequently Asked Questions

What size wiper blades does a Kia Rio take?

The Kia Rio takes a 26" (650mm) blade on the driver side and a 16" (400mm) blade on the passenger side for the 2016 to 2024 range. Owners should check the table above to confirm the exact size for their specific year and body type.

Does the Kia Rio have a rear wiper?

Yes, the Kia Rio is fitted with a rear wiper blade as standard. The rear blade is 11" (275mm) and is sold separately from the front pair. Owners should replace all three blades at the same time for consistent visibility.

What wiper connector does the Kia Rio use?

The Kia Rio uses a hook-style front wiper connector across the model range covered on this page. This connector type is common across most Kia passenger vehicles sold in Australia. Owners can confirm their connector type by checking the specifications on the relevant product page.

Why do some Kia Rio model years use a different rear wiper size?

The Rio rear wiper size changed across generations as Kia revised the hatchback's rear hatch design. Sedan variants of the Rio were never fitted with a rear wiper from the factory. Owners should check their specific generation and body type before ordering a rear blade.

How often should I replace Kia Rio wiper blades?

Wiper blades on a Kia Rio should generally be replaced every twelve months, or sooner if streaking or noise appears. Australian conditions, including strong UV exposure, can shorten the working life of the rubber. Replacing blades on a regular schedule keeps visibility consistent in wet weather.

Browse all Kia Rio wiper blades, return to the Kia wiper blades page, or visit our wiper blades size guide for all makes and models.