Can The 2010 Kia Rio 5 Be Flat Towed

Updated 03/01/2023 | Published 02/28/2023

Question:

I recently purchased a 2010 kia rio5 with a 5 speed manual transmission. Is this car reliable for dinghy towing

asked by: Jason J

Expert Reply:

From what I could find in an online manual for your vehicle the front wheels must be off of the ground in order to tow it so you'd be forced to either dolly tow or tow your vehicle on a trailer. If you want to dolly tow then I recommend the Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly # DM9713093.

This dolly comes with hydraulic disc brakes and a surge coupler so you won't have to buy and install a brake controller or even need a 7-way on your motorhome. The LED tail lights on fenders will display your signals and keep you street legal.

Try looking in your manual and see if they say anything about your specific model being capable of flat towing. You'll want to read through the towing section thoroughly because there are some that say they can be flat towed and then list a restriction in a side note like it can only go 30mph or 50miles max. If you can I'd be more than happy to pick out all the components you'll need to flat tow your Kia.

expert reply by: Kevin C