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2026 Lexus IS vs 2023 Kia Rio

📊 Key Differences
  • Fuel economy: 22 MPG vs 36 MPG combined — Kia Rio is more efficient
  • Annual fuel cost: $3700 vs $1650 — Kia Rio saves $ per year
  • Fuel type: Premium Gasoline vs Regular Gasoline
Specification 2026 Lexus IS 2023 Kia Rio
Year20262023
ClassCompact CarsCompact Cars
Fuel TypePremium GasolineRegular Gasoline
DriveRear-Wheel DriveFront-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)Automatic (AV-S1)
Cylinders64
Displacement (L)3.51.6
City MPG1932
Highway MPG2741
Combined MPG2236
Annual Fuel Cost$3700$1650
CO₂ (g/mile)403.0250.0
EPA Fuel Economy Score4/107/10
EPA GHG Score4/107/10
🚗 2026 Lexus IS

Compact Cars with 22 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Premium Gasoline. Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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🚗 2023 Kia Rio

Compact Cars with 36 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Regular Gasoline. Front-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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