Used 2001 Kia Rio Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Make fun if you want, but its a good car
Gifted1388, 03/14/2005
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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My 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!
DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY
Laura, 03/23/2005
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Ever since I've gotten my car it's given me hell. There's a squeaking in the right side (maybe the suspension) which the Kia dealer "doesn't know what's wrong with it". The check engine light comes and goes when it pleases. When the weather is cold my car stalls and doesn't shift well; revs really high before shifting into the next gear until the car is completely warmed up 30 minutes later. My brakes went out once - they all of a sudden started rubbing and were completely gone by the time I got home. This car is too light weight -- if there's a breeze you will be flying into the next lane. I haven't been happy with this car or the dealership/ customer service since I got this car.
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My Putt Putt
Wendy, 09/16/2005
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my little car. After 4 years I've had oil changes, tire rotations, and the usual maintenance. No major problems at all. This is the best car I've ever owned. The best part? It's Emerald Green ... my husband and sons won't drive it! LOL People laugh at it, but every winter I drive by the SUV's and bigger cars that go off the road or stall. It's definitely a keeper!
Kia Rio
Taylor, 08/10/2006
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had terrible luck with this car. It is a very uncomfortable car, with not a lot of room. I have had to get so many things done to it in a matter of a year. Including speed sensors that corroded, It breaks down every now and then while driving it, The gear shifts get stuck at times and are too hard to move, The wire harness linking to the transmission had to be replaced as well. This car is not recommended by me.
POOR CRAFTSMANSHIP
milesofprojects, 03/22/2003
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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i BOUGHT THIS CAR IN 1/2001. i HATE IT. IT WAS CHEAP SO i BOUGHT IT. IT'S TOO LIGHT, WAVERS IN WIND, RAIN, SNOW ANYTHING AND GETS ABOUT 15 CITY MILES PER GALLON. I SPEND MORE MONEY ON GAS THAN i DO OIL CHANGES AND REPAIRS. IS THIS NORMAL. A LOT OF THE REVIEWS SAY 30-38 MPG BUT THAT IS BS. mAYBE MINE IS DEFECTIVE.
unreliable car
Jenn, 01/10/2007
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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This car has already gone through 3 transmissions and is about to get another one. I have never had a problem with transmissions on any other car that I have owned, so I know it's not me. This car is more trouble than it is worth.
Greate Commute Car
Ed 123, 04/14/2003
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is great for going to work! Excellent price relative to the engine performance you get. Looks not offensive, cute little car that let you zip around town. Except it should come with a bigger tire.
BECAREFUL
SHELLY, 04/30/2003
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
IF YOU WANT YOUR CAR IN THE SHOP ALL THE TIME NEEDING IT TO GET FIXED THIS IS THE CAR FOR YOU. ALSO THAT ROTTEN EGG SMELL COMING FROM THE CAT. CONVERTER. OH SO NASTY. CAR DENTS SO EASY WITH JUST SOMEBODY HITTING IT WITH A SHOPPING CART.
Love My Kia!
Bobby, 11/01/2007
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Rio, brand new, 6 years ago, and I'm still driving it. It now has nearly 90,000 miles on it. It's 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.
SHOULD HAVE NEVER MADE THIS CAR
BMS, 05/09/2003
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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LET'S SEE HERE I HAVE HAD THIS CAR IN THE SHOP OVER 20 TIMES NEEDING TO HAVE SAFETY AND DRIVEABLITY REPAIRS. AND THEY STILL TO THIS DAY DO NOT KNOW WHAT IS CAUSING THE PROBLEMS. THIS CAR IS A LAWSUIT WAITING TO HAPPEN.... IT ONLY GOT 36,000 MILES ON IT I SEE OTHER PEOPLE DO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS AS I DO WITH THIS CAR. THEY NEED TO PUT CAUTION TAPE AROUND THE CAR SAYING DO NOT DRIVE
biggest waste of four years of payments
john kari, 04/17/2003
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
within 6 months the tranny went four times the last time kia refused to repair the car would constantly bottom out and had trouble starting even after the oil was being replaced with sythetic oil the suspension would go so low it would cause the car to bottom out worst money ever spent do not buy this POS
Should have bought a bicycle
Riky, 06/06/2003
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for about 2 1/2 years. During the first month, the breaks started to squeel, the trim on the doors started to fall off, during snowy or even damp conditions the wheels would lock-up making the car slide rather than stop(maybe the tires?) the engine has been making a ticking sound for the past little while, etc. I sold my crx and took on the 4 year lease when I was in college (I'm an idiot!) Í've been trying to find out how much it will cost to get out of the lease, but they have been dicking me around for a few weeks.
Reliable car
John T, 05/01/2002
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Not a single problem for more than 1 year of driving in harsh condition like traffic jam, or passing a slow car. I just can't believe this car doesn't has any problem except changing the motor oil and washing it. Other than that I think it's excellent to own it if you don't have much money to spend on car otherwise buy a camry instead if you have family.
Best Investment
HappyRioOwner, 07/31/2003
2001 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I 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!