12 best brake pads for Kia Rio

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Korean and Chinese automakers are caring for their consumers. They strive to produce identical parts that fit multiple car models or brands. A prime example is the tandem Kia Rio and Hyundai Solaris. Both of these cars are fitted with the same brake pads. In addition, car factories give official permission for the production of parts to many manufacturers that are not part of the concerns. Therefore, car owners can independently choose spare parts for repair or maintenance, based on their cost or technical characteristics. Experts conducted a series of tests to determine the real possibilities of brake pads from different manufacturers.

Recommendations for the selection of brake pads

1. Stopping distance. First of all, the value of the braking distance is determined, which shows the effectiveness of braking. The lower this value, the better the brake pads perform.
2. Braking stability. Over time, any pads begin to wear out, this applies primarily to the friction linings. When the braking distance remains constant for different lining thicknesses, experts say braking stability.
3. Working temperature. When you press the brake pedal, the brake pads are pressed by the working surface against the disc or drum. Strong friction is formed, due to which the rotation of the wheels slows down. But the rubbing parts get very hot. It is important that the wear on the linings or brake discs does not increase when the operating temperature is reached. Some pads heat the assembly up to 350 ° С, while using other models, the operating temperature can reach 600 ° С.
4. Extreme braking. While the vehicle is moving, the brake discs and pads are cooled. But if you apply emergency braking, then there is a sharp warming up, which leads to accelerated wear of parts. Not all parts can withstand this driving style. This feature was taken into account by experts when selecting candidates for the rating.
5. The need for running in. After replacing brake pads, manufacturers often recommend running in. It is required for uniform adhesion to the surface of the brake disc. The shorter the break-in period, the faster it will be possible to operate the car as usual. The most modern parts can be used up to 100% even without lapping.

We have selected the 12 best brake pads for the Kia Rio for review. All of them are sold on the domestic market. When distributing places in the rating, the opinion of the expert community and reviews of domestic motorists were taken into account.

Rating of the best brake pads for Kia Rio

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best brake pads for Kia Rio	1	KIA 581014LA00 and 583021RA30	RUB 1,500
	2	BOSCH 0986494563	1709 RUB
	3	Hankook Frixa S1H27 and S1H26R	2549 RUB
	4	VALEO 301021	1279 RUB
	5	FINWHALE V1017	RUB 980
	6	Sangsin SP1399 and SP1401	1425 RUB
	7	Mando Front MPH46 and MPK37	1089 RUB
	8	TRW GDB3548 and GDB3494	1477 RUB
	9	NiBK PN-0537	1753 RUB
	10	Hsb HP0047 and HP0046	RUB 616
	11	FENOX BP 4315	RUB 928
	12	ADR 250311	650 RUB

KIA 581014LA00 and 583021RA30

Rating: 4.9

Kia Rio cars are equipped on the factory conveyor with KIA 581014LA00 and 583021RA30 brake pads. They are recommended by the car manufacturer for maintenance and repair. Experts note the high quality of the parts, advising you to pay attention to several points. The pads do not need to be run in, they do not need lapping. The linings do not warm up the brake disc even in the case of heavy city traffic. The wear rate is at the permissible level (0.33 mm). Also, during the tests, I was pleased with the stability of the braking distance, which does not depend on the degree of wear of the pads. Spare parts become the winner of our ranking.

Some domestic motorists are not satisfied with the high price of original spare parts, so they are looking for a more affordable alternative.

Advantages

• no lapping of linings required;
• stable braking distance;
• the disc does not heat up;
• slow wear.

disadvantages

• high price.

BOSCH 0986494563

Rating: 4.8

A wide range of auto parts is produced by the well-known German company BOSCH. The BOSCH 0986494563 model showed excellent results in tests, although it did not receive an official license from the Korean automaker. The experts liked the longevity of the pads the most. Even with an aggressive riding style, the pads last for several years without problems. During emergency braking, the disc heats up to 380 ° C, while the material is not subject to destruction. Unsurprisingly, in many ratings, Bosch brake pads are at the top of the list.

Russian owners of Kia Rio cars praise German pads for their high quality, excellent performance. Of the minuses, there is a creak during braking.

Advantages

• German quality;
• durability;
• slight heating of the disk;
• braking stability.

disadvantages

• there is a creak.

Hankook Frixa S1H27 and S1H26R

Rating: 4.7

The official manufacturer of parts for the Kia Rio car is the South Korean company Hankook. Frixa S1H27 and S1H26R brake pads have excellent performance. They are always noted by experts during trials or testing. First of all, the high temperature resistance deserves praise. Wear remains consistent throughout the year and across different riding styles. The braking distance remains constant as the linings wear. And if we take into account the large number of positive reviews, then it becomes natural for the model to hit the prize-winning place in our rating.

As for the disadvantages, the high price should be attributed to the liability. Also, motorists note the high hardness of the linings, which leads to wear of the brake disc.

Advantages

• short braking distance;
• resistance to temperature extremes;
• minimal wear and tear;
• there are no squeaks and whistles.

disadvantages

• high price;
• hard lining.

VALEO 301021

Rating: 4.6

Received an official license from the Korean automaker and the European company VALEO. The French manufacturer supplies brake pads VALEO 301021 to the spare parts market. These parts attracted the attention of experts due to the minimum wear (0.3 mm), even with a sporty driving style. With extreme braking, the disc heats up to 500 ° C. The linings withstand high temperatures, wear increases slightly (0.33 mm). As a disadvantage, experts consider the appearance of fakes on the Russian market, which did not allow the details to take a place in the top three of the rating.

Kia Rio car owners are pleased with the quality of the French pads, durability and stable braking. Of the shortcomings, they note the emergence of counterfeit products, which is explained by the high price of original products.

Advantages

• minimal wear and tear;
• resistance to high temperatures;
• stable braking;
• quiet work.

disadvantages

• high price;
• there are fakes.

FINWHALE V1017

Rating: 4.5

The German company FINWHALE V1017 produces a wide range of brake pads for different car brands. There are also spare parts for the Kia Rio in the manufacturer's catalog. FINWHALE V1017 set has been awarded by experts for high quality. During testing, the pads proved to be effective. But with frequent pressing of the brake pedal, the disc heats up very much (up to 580 ° C), which negatively affects the durability of the linings. If in normal mode the wear is the usual 0.33 mm, then with extreme braking this figure rises to 0.41 mm. Therefore, the pads are in fifth place in our ranking.

Domestic owners of Kia Rio cars in reviews praise German pads for good quality and soft braking. Of the minuses, the most often mentioned are the high price and quick wear of the linings.

Advantages

• good quality;
• stable braking;
• lack of squeaks;
• manufacturing precision.

disadvantages

• high price;
• rapid wear.

Sangsin SP1399 and SP1401

Rating: 4.4

Sangsin SP1399 and SP1401 are manufactured under the official license of the auto concern Kia Rio. The South Korean manufacturer of spare parts pays close attention to environmental issues. Therefore, the friction linings are free of hazardous chemicals such as mercury, cadmium and asbestos. According to experts, the desire to minimize the emission of harmful compounds into the environment deserves encouragement. The pads are in the TOP-6 of our rating.

The disadvantages of pads are largely due to their environmental friendliness. Motorists note a strong heating of the disc, which is observed with frequent braking. It has a negative effect on the lining durability and braking distance.

Advantages

• environmental friendliness;
• soft braking;
• affordable price;
• quality workmanship.

disadvantages

• rapid wear of linings;
• long braking distance.

Mando MPH46 and MPK37

Rating: 4.3

A good option when servicing a car after the end of the warranty period is to use Mando MPH46 and MPK37 pads. Experts attribute high-quality manufacturing, absence of squeaks and affordable price to the strengths of spare parts. The South Korean manufacturer of auto components supplies part of its products to conveyors Kia and Hyundai under the Mando brand, and parts under the Mando + brand are sent to the secondary market. Unstable quality prevented the pads from taking a higher position in the rating. Most often, such details are made at the company's branches.

Russian car enthusiasts have no consensus on the quality of Mando brake pads. Some are satisfied with the price-quality ratio, others scold the parts for quick wear and inaccurate dimensions.

Advantages

• low price;
• good quality;
• quickly rub in;
• effective braking.

disadvantages

• poor equipment;
• defective products come across.

TRW GDB3548 and GDB3494

Rating: 4.2

Good brake pads for the Kia Rio are also in the budget segment. This is TRW GDB3548 and GDB3494 kit. Some experienced car owners even change their native pads for German counterparts. This is especially true when installing larger wheels (R17). Experts point out effective braking for non-lapped linings. The advantages include a large working resource, noiselessness, and accuracy of geometric dimensions. Unfortunately, there are many fakes on the Russian market that lack all these advantages. German parts are in eighth place in our ranking.

Domestic motorists consider TRW pads to be the best in the budget segment. When buying, it is only important not to run into a fake, otherwise the wear will be rapid, and when braking, constant squeaks can disturb the driver's psyche.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• exact dimensions;
• effective braking;
• ease of installation.

disadvantages

• a lot of fakes.

NiBK PN-0537

Rating: 4.1

Experts have discovered an amazing combination of Japanese quality and affordability in NiBK PN-0537 brake pads. The manufacturer produces many modifications for Japanese and Korean cars. The beautiful packaging immediately catches the eye. Brake pads have withstood the tests of numerous reputable automotive publications. The advantages include effective braking, no squeaks, durability. During the testing process, weaknesses were also revealed. This is an increase in braking distance in rain and fragile retaining springs.

Russian owners of Kia Rio have tested NiBK PN-0537 brake pads on their cars. Some are alarmed by the inhomogeneous composition of the linings, others note a creak when braking.

Advantages

• low price;
• Japanese quality;
• effective braking;
• beautiful packaging.

disadvantages

• reduced efficiency in the rain;
• fragile springs.

Hsb HP0047 and HP0046

Rating: 4.0

The recognized leader in the field of braking systems is the Korean company Hong Sung Brake. It supplies its pads to the conveyors of car manufacturers DAEWOO, GM, HYUNDAI. Spare parts Hsb HP0047 and HP0046 have quality certificates QS-9000, ISO / TS 16949. Experts analyzed the test results and came to the conclusion that the parts can be installed on Kia Rio cars. But with an aggressive driving style, the discs heat up strongly, and the linings begin to wear off quickly. Therefore, fans of sports driving are not recommended to install such pads. Spare parts fall into the top ten of our rating pads.

Users in reviews praise Korean parts for a good combination of price and quality. Brake pads behave well in cars when driving quietly.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• good quality;
• lack of squeaks;
• low dust formation.

disadvantages

• strong heating of disks;
• fast wear.

FENOX BP 4315

Rating: 4.0

The Belarusian company FENOX successfully withstands tough competition on the Russian market of auto parts. Experts believe that the main advantages of FENOX BP 4315 brake pads are affordable price and stable braking in different temperature conditions. Although the disc gets very hot with frequent braking, the braking distance remains constant. In this case, the linings do not begin to wear off quickly. The low place in our rating is explained by the strong heating of the disk (up to 600 ° C). The pads can withstand this temperature, but the disc itself wears out quickly.

Many owners of Kia Rio do not develop high speeds, so they rarely resort to emergency braking. But the creaks of the pads after heating often throw drivers out of balance.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• braking stability;
• durability;
• good quality.

disadvantages

• brake disc wear;
• squeak when braking.

ADR 250311

Rating: 3.9

Good brake pads for Kia Rio are also produced in Russia. The experts liked the ADR 250311 model, where the manufacturer managed to achieve an optimal combination of price and quality. Experts recommend such pads to car owners with a normal driving style. When driving aggressively, accelerated wear is observed due to high heat. For comparison, you can give the levels of destruction of linings at normal (0.35 mm) and high (0.60 mm) temperatures. Therefore, fast driving and emergency braking will result in the need to change pads frequently.

Russian motorists are satisfied with the low price, precise geometric dimensions, and effective braking. Of the shortcomings, drivers distinguish a terrible creak and whistle. Therefore, domestic brake pads are at the bottom of our rating.

Advantages

• low price;
• exact dimensions;
• short braking distance;
• the disc does not wear out.

disadvantages

• strong creak;
• rapid wear during aggressive driving.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.