Overview & Reviews
With a base MSRP that makes it the least expensive car in America, the roomy little Rio is a peppy 96-horsepower entry-level sedan. While the design and materials used on this car are nothing to write home about, build quality is impressively tight. And Kia's new Long Haul Warranty Program offers the added security of a 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty, along with impressive levels of bumper-to-bumper and roadside assistance coverage.
- Unbeatable price, peppy engine, decent build quality relative to price point, inoffensive styling, great warranty package.
- Ultra-light curb weight could equate to substandard crash protection, power windows and door locks unavailable at any price, cruise control is MIA from the option list.
User Reviews:
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Love My Kia! - 2001 Kia Rio
By Bobby - November 3 - 12:50 amI bought my Rio, brand new, 6 years ago, and Im still driving it. It now has nearly 90,000 miles on it. Its been in an accident, been broken in to, hauled furniture, been on a couple trips halfway across the states, and generally not been treated with kid gloves. Through it all, I have not had any problems, and it has been a very reliable little trooper. I am completely satisfied with this underestimated jewel.
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Basic Transportation - 2001 Kia Rio
By Stang - October 25 - 10:00 amThese ratings are for a car which is basic transportation, not for a $35,000.00 Lexus or Acura. I drive this car 40 miles to work, every other day, (car pool). I have 33,000 miles on it, without one problem. I average 35 mpg. There are no rattles, no squeaks. It has a firm ride, but it gives me what I need. Reliable transportation to and from work, for $9,100.00 plus tax/title.
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Shake shake shake! - 2001 Kia Rio
By lilbetty - September 16 - 1:50 amOh my little kia! I got this car in 2007 with 45k on it as a gift from a friend. Great on gas and does pretty well on the hgwy, but, it shakes and shakes, Its noisy like it shook something loose in frnt and no one can figure out why.really my only complaint about my kia. I also have an issue with staying aligned though it may be my own issue as we like to drive dirt roads, this car will take you anywhere, if you dont mind being slow on the hills its a good ride, I also feel safe, I have been in 2 accidents Though minor and while the other car sustain ample damage the kia had only a paint scratch in each accident...I love this car
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My Rio at 2 Years Old - 2001 Kia Rio
By Cassie1 - August 5 - 2:00 amAir bag light came on about as soon as I got it - dealers say moisture, finally after near 2 yrs they are replacing clock spring, trunk leaked when it rained, theyre fixing, driver seat broke, theyre fixing. It doesnt do well in snow, wind blows it around too much, too light of a vehicle. Windows fog up easily & its hard to get the defrost to unfog them. Only engine trouble is needed plugs & wires. Back seat room limited, cup holders too small for most cups, armrest cant be used comfortably while shifting, A/C very cold.
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good cheap car - 2001 Kia Rio
By cpatriaw - April 13 - 2:00 amthis car is great for single guy and not suitable for family car.I bought mine on Oct 00 and in Feb 04 ive drove over 60K miles. In 2003 I drove this car from New York to San Jose,California without problem. Things that should be improved from Kia is they need to bigger their second row seat.
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Not worth it - 2001 Kia Rio
By Becca - December 6 - 7:26 pmI got this car 2 years ago, and honestly I would have bought something else if I had known what I know now. The check engine light comes on when there is nothing wrong. The parking brake light stays on constantly. It is not a comfortable ride. The vibration is terrible and the car often "jumps" when accelerating. Its not very safe. I was in a minor collision and the other drivers car was not damaged at all, but my bumper fell off and the seatbelt didnt even hold me in place as I bumped my chest into the steering wheel. Its great on gas, but there are much better cars out there for the price.
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garbage car of the year - 2001 Kia Rio
By jtm - October 16 - 3:10 ami have a 2001 kia rio sedan and it is more time parked than running.Im not satisfied with its performance economy and service is so expensive.To find part is too difficult
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Gets you where you need to go - 2001 Kia Rio
By Rio90 - August 14 - 6:53 amI bought this car from my uncle in late 2008, it had about 88,000 miles on it and I have only put about 3,500 miles on it. It runs pretty nice..better than i had expected. My uncle took very good care of it because the interior still looks great. The car starts always starts right away and i kinda like the sound it makes when you accelerate and the radio is off. Speaking of the radio, mine has the stock with CD player on it, its pretty decent, but will probably put a new one in. Can drive to high speeds(highway)if need be, but most of my driving is in town. Overall, this car has been reliable & hopefully it will keep being a good car to me. I plan on driving it until the wheels come of.
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i hate it - 2001 Kia Rio
By jba - June 19 - 2:00 amI have had many troubles since i had purchased this car. It has been in the shop a dozen times.Its great on gas but not very roomy . The price was right at the time or so I had thought but i would have never bought this car if i knew then what I know now.
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So far so good, so simple. - 2001 Kia Rio
By dhutchinson - March 5 - 2:00 amI bought my Kia Rio in November, 2001 I was skeptical when buying the Kia last year, I had driven a 1987 Honda Accord for many years and didnt want to pay for any more repairs. Along with other financial obligations the Kia Rio was a great deal. Ive currently got around 12000 miles on it, and havent had any troubles at all. We also took it on a trip to New York and it handled very well, however cruise control would have been nice. So far so good....I am cautious as I approach more miles, I hope the "cheapest car in America", can give me Honda dependability.
