Yo ho! Autolanka. Thanks for all u'r responses. I never expected this much of help from a Sri Lankan forum "-)
Anyways, I'm indifferent between Auto and Mannual (Will do with anything ;-) )
Cloth seating will be ok.
For some one's question about why Korean stuff.................
Actually I know, Korean stuff are cheap, and it's the best option I have to go bellow Rs 1.4m for unregistered or a relatively new registered car. Yes price does matter!
And also, I don't believe Korean stuff are always poor in quality. Same allegation was there for Japanese stuff during 70's and 80's, against European cars.
So, a Kia rio unregistered (sedan) is affordable around Rs 1.2 mn? That's great to hear. Will go around shopping and see.