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2021 Kia RIO
VIN
3KPA25AD9ME429793
FAIR PRICE
· within $47 of the typical market price
Merrillville, IN
Listed at
$12,998
typical market $13,045 · 4 comps
This 2021 Kia RIO is listed at $12,998 with 93,618 miles in Merrillville, IN.
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Sold by CarMax Merrillville
1370 East 79th Place, Merrillville, IN 46410
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2021 Kia RIO
VIN 3KPA25AD9ME429793
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Mileage
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Market price range
Based on 4 comparable same-build listings — a small sample, treat the band as a rough guide · Market data as of September 22, 2026This vehicle · $12,998
Below market
$10,473
Middle of range
$13,045
Above market
$16,244
This vehicle: $12,998 — within $47 of the typical market price ($13,045)
Asking $12,998 · typical market price $13,045 · based on 4 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Sep 18, 2026 · $12,998
Sep 22, 2026 · $12,998
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 3KPA25AD9ME429793, spanning 4 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CarMax Merrillville | Merrillville, IN 46410 | $12,998 | 93,618 mi | 2026-09-22 | 5 h ago |
| CarMax Grand Rapids (Kentwood) | Kentwood, MI 49546 | $12,998 | 93,615 mi | 2026-09-16 | 4 d ago |
| CarMax Grand Rapids (Kentwood) | Grand Rapids, MI 49512 | $12,998 | 93,615 mi | 2026-08-29 | 7 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CarMax Grand Rapids (Kentwood) | Kentwood, Michigan 49512 | $12,998 | 93,615 mi | 2026-09-11 | 2 d ago |
| CarMax Schaumburg | Schaumburg, IL 60173 | $13,599 | 93,614 mi | 2026-09-01 | 11 d ago |
| McGrath Arlington Kia | Palatine, IL 60074 | $17,485 | 10 mi | 2021-09-28 | 1810 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 3KPA25AD9ME429793Engine
Horsepower
120
Drivetrain
FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Body
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
5
Model year
2021
Made by
KIA MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
36
MPG
City
33
MPG
Highway
41
MPG
$1,290
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 36 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2021 Kia Rio likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Depreciation
$4,573
Fuel
$6,450
Insurance
$5,250
Maintenance & repairs
$3,375
Total, 5 years
$19,648
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2021 Kia Rio has 2 recall campaigns as of August 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 36 MPG.
2 recall campaigns on this model year
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rio vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V936000
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STEERINGKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles.NHTSA campaign 22V304000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2021 Kia Rio from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2021 Kia RIO over the last 6 months — the market softened $195 in that span.
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $13,430 |
| May 2026 | $12,998 |
| June 2026 | $13,790 |
| July 2026 | $13,866 |
| August 2026 | $12,999 |
| September 2026 | $13,235 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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As of September 22, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2021 Kia RIO in this catalog, the 2021 Chevrolet Spark has the lowest median asking price ($11,577, 225 listings with photos) and the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport the highest ($16,995, 310 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 22, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
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2021 Kia RIO
All trims · United States
$12,998Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $12,198 · 85 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $10,481–$14,595
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Kia RIO All trims | $12,198 | $10,481–$14,595 | 85 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Spark All trims | $11,577 | $9,900–$13,599 | 225 |
| 2021 Hyundai Accent All trims | $11,598 | $9,995–$13,506 | 63 |
| 2021 Hyundai Venue All trims | $14,722 | $12,982–$16,705 | 132 |
| 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport All trims | $16,995 | $14,595–$18,913 | 310 |
| 2021 Volkswagen Passat All trims | $14,899 | $13,199–$17,089 | 143 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: September 22, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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Market by model year
Gen 2 · 2018–2023What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 237 | $16,298 | 100% | 49,357 mi |
| 2022 | 129 | $14,995 | 92% | 61,528 mi |
| 2021 | 109 | $12,643 | 78% | 74,171 mi |
| 2020 | 133 | $11,594 | 71% | 76,471 mi |
| 2019 | 106 | $9,766 | 60% | 91,495 mi |
| 2018 | 91 | $9,387 | 58% | 91,788 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
