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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No problems-fun to drive-economical - 2001 Kia Rio
By ldusich - April 11 - 10:00 amI won this car in May 2001 and have never had it in the shop. (over 17,000 miles on it now)I get good gas mileage but I do wish it were earier to handle on rain and snow (it does do some sliding). I also wish you couldnt hear so much engine noise when doing highway driving (although I do realize that it is only a four cylinder). This car has been reliable, fun to drive and cheap to maintain. It would be great for a college student or as a going to work car. If you do a lot of traveling you might want to buy a car with a little better ride. I personally recommend this car for short trips or in-town driving.
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I like my rio but want to sell it - 2001 Kia Rio
By bo bo - April 5 - 10:00 amThis car is fun to drive if you like to drive a go cart .It has been relly cheap to maintian and have had no problems .The only reason for the average rating is it is CHEAP CAR CHEAP TO DRIVE. gets you around thats it.Really I love to drive it I just would like to look better in a BMW
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Reliable car - 2001 Kia Rio
By John T - January 2 - 10:00 amNot a single problem for more than 1 year of driving in harsh condition like traffic jam, or passing a slow car. I just cant believe this car doesnt has any problem except changing the motor oil and washing it. Other than that I think its excellent to own it if you dont have much money to spend on car otherwise buy a camry instead if you have family.
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Reliable car - 2001 Kia Rio
By Micheal Jordan - January 2 - 10:00 amNot a single problem for more than 1 year of driving in harsh condition like traffic jam, or passing a slow car. I just cant believe this car doesnt has any problem except changing the motor oil and washing it. Other than that I think its excellent to own it if you dont have much money to spend on car otherwise buy a camry instead if you have family.
