5 Star Reviews for 2004 Kia Rio

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

3.98/5 Average
76 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Alloy wheels are now standard on the Cinco wagon. Lumbar support has been added to the driver seat in all models, and the center console armrest gets extra padding.

Pros:
  • Small price, big warranty, peppy engine, attractive styling.
Cons:

User Reviews:

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  • I love my 2004 Rio - 2004 Kia Rio
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    I just want to start off by saying that I previously owned a 2002 Kia Rio Cinco, I bought the car at 73,000 miles at 81,000 THE ENGINE SEIZED up I was so angry because I still owed $5000 on the car. I contacted Parker Toyota and to make the longs story short they wrote off the balance on that car and got me into my 2004 Kia Rio with only 13,000 miles. I have had awsome luck on this car granted I have only put 9,000 miles on it in 13 months, but it has never let me down. It drives great in the snowy conditions and gets great gas mileage. I have not experienced any problems when using the AC and let me tell you I live in Eastern Washington and we get a little bit of ALL the weather conditions.

  • Very Happy with Cinco Wagon - 2004 Kia Rio
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    This has been an excellent car for the 28,000 miles that I have put on it.

  • This is the greatest economy car! - 2004 Kia Rio
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    My husband and I purchased the Rio so he could commute to work. Well this has been the greatest little car we have ever bought! It has good pick up and go! And ever since the price of gas has gone up this car has been a dream. We dont even worry about ths gas anymore because it cut the amount we spend on gas in half. Im thinking of switching my SUV to buy another KIA product. They are such great cars, I never thought I would be saying that. I used to just love Nissans and Toyotas now, I find myself leaning more towards KIAs.

  • Rio - 2004 Kia Rio
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    Its been great so far! Milage, comfort, design, all very good.Ive owned concordes and intrepids that had the luxury upgrades that seem to have more problems AND the warranty was not as good!

  • Great car - 2004 Kia Rio
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    its a great car for the money i havent had any problems with mine yet and i plan on fixing it up.

  • Good car for price - 2004 Kia Rio
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    The car costs just under 10,000. I use it almost completly on the highway, and I have been getting on average 40 mpg. Not the most powerful car, but it will get up to highway speeds just as well as any other car with a 4 cylinder engine. The interior has plenty of little things that dont seem to matter until you have them. It has cup holders you can actually use for more than a can. Im 62" and I fit comfortably inside the car without hitting my head. The gearshift could be set a little farther back though. I have to move my leg when shifting in the low gears. Overall, for the price, and for the amount I save on fuel, it is a great car for the money.

  • owener - 2004 Kia Rio
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    great little car. excellent for a towing behind motorhome. plenty of pep.great mileage- 31-35 mpg. a fun little car to drive. no problems since new.

  • Rio Cinco - 2004 Kia Rio
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    Bought the Cinco almost two yers ago and have no complaints about the quality. There are some toys I would have like to have had, cruise for one. I get 32 MPG on the highway and 20 plus in town. It zips through the traffic well and handles great. I have always had big crs, caddies, Imperials, maxima, etc and I like this one fine. Suits my purpose and like the gas mileage.

  • Satisfied Customer - 2004 Kia Rio
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    Dependable inexpensive transportation with versitility.

  • Great Car - 2004 Kia Rio
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    I love the Kia Rio. I also own a Kia Sentra and am very very pleased with it. I see no problems with the pick-up and I get excellent gas mileage. It may be the lowest price sedan on the market but it is definitely the best buy on the market. I have previously owned vehicles that were quite expensive and feel that Kia is being misjudged. It is an allover great car. I plan to buy another for my daughter.

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