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Not worth it
Becca, 11/30/2008
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I 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. It's 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 didn't 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.
Great for young or singles - not family!
J & C Shep, 06/02/2008
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought the car used in 2002; paid WAY too much for it. Kept up with regular maintenance, oil changes and tire needs; started giving us problems once we moved from FL/GA area to TX. Have had the car in shop 3 times since Xmas, replaced fan/timing belts and radiator pcs once it died on freeway. One month later it has completely died - engine out and is more costly to replace. It is great for singles or couples, if you are young and starting out or at college; not meant for family car (space is VERY limited). Excellent gas mileage and great for tight parking spaces. I like Kias, just be sure to do research and know what you are paying for; newer KIA models are worth the investment.
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mary196521, 11/04/2002
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had a bad experience with this vechile. It has been in the shop 8 times and needs to go back because I am having the same problem I was having a year ago. I don't care for the car and wish there was some way to get out from under it. I thought about getting a lawyer to sue them to get out from under it. I will never buy another Kia as long as I live.
Been a good one for me
spanky116, 09/05/2002
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Well, I have had the car for a year now and have no problems whatsoever with it. It has never seen the dealership for anything. No recalls, no mechanical problems. Gets me about 35 to 36mpg on each tank of gas. Standard with air(cold air at that.)If you are looking for a cheap inexpensive vehicle for your kid or you to drive to work and back, then this is your car. I would not recommend it as your only car but for a second vehicle, you can't go wrong.
2001 KIA RIO
hallgnh, 04/05/2002
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Lots of trouble when I first purchased vehicle. It took dealer four service visits to find the problem. I have had no problem for four months, about 6,000 miles,