2017 Kia Rio Speaker Sizes

The 2017 Kia Rio speaker size chart provides factory audio specifications for replacement and aftermarket upgrade purposes. Speaker locations include a-pillar, front door panel, and rear door panel positions throughout the vehicle. Information covers original equipment sizes installed in the factory system to assist with aftermarket component compatibility when upgrading audio.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
A-Pillar 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Professional installation recommended
  • Low replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: high
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2017 Kia Rio Speaker Replacement Summary

3 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
1 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 1

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 1

2017 Kia Rio Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2017 Kia Rio utilizes a three-point speaker configuration per side, with dedicated tweeters in the A-pillars and larger units in the door panels.
  • Front and rear door panels share identical 6.5 inch speaker specifications, which may simplify replacement planning when upgrading multiple positions.
  • The A-pillar locations accommodate 1 inch tweeters, suggesting a factory approach toward higher frequency separation in the audio staging.
  • Door panel positions accept either midbass or full-range speaker types, providing flexibility in system design depending on whether the A-pillar tweeters are retained or bypassed.
  • Replacing door speakers with component sets could utilize the existing A-pillar tweeter locations, potentially avoiding additional mounting work.
  • The availability of both single DIN and double DIN radio compatibility indicates possible trim-level variations in the dashboard opening configuration.
  • Upgrading the 6.5 inch door speakers would likely address the primary sound output, as these handle the majority of the frequency range in the stock audio system.
  • The tweeter placement in the A-pillars positions high frequencies closer to ear level compared to door-mounted alternatives, which may influence staging characteristics after replacement.
  • Full-range speakers in the door positions would operate across the frequency spectrum, while midbass units would require the A-pillar tweeters to remain functional for complete audio coverage.