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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My Putt Putt - 2001 Kia Rio
By Wendy - April 11 - 7:50 pmI love my little car. After 4 years Ive had oil changes, tire rotations, and the usual maintenance. No major problems at all. This is the best car Ive ever owned. The best part? Its Emerald Green ... my husband and sons wont drive it! LOL People laugh at it, but every winter I drive by the SUVs and bigger cars that go off the road or stall. Its definitely a keeper!
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I love it - 2001 Kia Rio
By T - December 7 - 2:00 amIts fun to drive, econmical, and easy on the gas.
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Make fun if you want, but its a good car - 2001 Kia Rio
By Gifted1388 - October 21 - 8:46 pmMy friends like to pick on my little car, but it is perfect for zipping down the roads. Put a CD player in there and now I am jamming. Learning to drive a 5- speed as my first car was an experience but now I can take off fast and it impresses people that girls can drive a stick!
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Cute as a Bug !! - 2001 Kia Rio
By Velveeta - September 4 - 10:00 amI bought this car to save on gas, since I am a college student who lives outside of town. It has saved me hundreds in gas money and it holds myself and my three children quit comfortably. I will definatly be keeping it around a long while. My favorite question that I get from strangers all the time is..."What do they call that color?"
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Best Investment - 2001 Kia Rio
By HappyRioOwner - June 28 - 10:00 amI live in city and this car is perfect for parking. Gas mileage is wonderfull and I have never had to take it to the dealership for repairs. I love my Rio!
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One Year Review - 2001 Kia Rio
By Carlos L. Ortiz - February 6 - 2:00 amExcellent small cheap car. Great city milleage. Exceptional air conditioner system and nice stereo. Very reliable. Already over 15k miles, and have only had to do oil changes. Spending only about $40 a month on gas, or less. Still using same original tires and brakes. Very peppy engine, good for the hills.
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Awesome! - 2001 Kia Rio
By Bluegirl111 - April 21 - 2:00 amthis is an awesome car, i love it i love it i love it....yay!
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great car to have - 2001 Kia Rio
By Smartazz335 - April 21 - 2:00 amexellent car its neato!
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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.
