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  • 2004 Kia Rio Base

    2004 Kia Rio
    Base Sedan

    $1,990
    130,131 miles
    No accidents, 5 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Starfire Auto (Santa Clarita, CA)
    Rear Bench Seats

    Located in Santa Clarita, CA / 2,271 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    PLEASE READ THIS SECTION! - RUNS AND DRIVES - PASSED SMOG - COLD AC - MP3 CD PLAYER RADIO - CLEAN TITLE CALIFORNIA CAR - WHY SO CHEAP? IT RUNS ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    26 Combined MPG (23 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADC125146354035
    Stock: DF02172511K
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2006 Kia Rio LX

    2006 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $6,799
    108,746 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Independence Auto Sales (Bordentown, NJ)
    Rear Bench Seats
    Fold Flat Rear Seats

    Located in Bordentown, NJ / 167 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    PLEASE CALL 732-896-7700 OR View our entire inventory at www.bestcarsrhere.com. email: INDEPENDENCEAUTOSALE@GMAIL.COM extremely clean in &out runs 100...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE123766075281
    Stock: 6075281
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2006 Kia Rio LX

    2006 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $7,977
    53,488 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Peoria (Peoria, AZ)
    Rear Bench Seats
    Fold Flat Rear Seats

    Located in Peoria, AZ / 1,958 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    This 2006 Olive Gray Kia Rio FWD is well equipped and includes these features and benefits.: Gray Cloth, 4 Speakers, 5.0J x 14 Steel w/Center Caps Whe...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE123866043181
    Stock: N1504AAA
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-26-2022

  • 2003 Kia Rio Base

    2003 Kia Rio
    Base Sedan

    Not Priced
    82,375 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Lakeland Toyota (Lakeland, FL)
    Rear Bench Seats

    Located in Lakeland, FL / 800 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    This Vehicle is nicely equipped with the following features: 5.5JJ x 14 Steel Wheels w/Full Wheel Cover, Bumpers: body-color, Driver door bin, Dual fr...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    26 Combined MPG (23 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADC125X36231929
    Stock: 36231929
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-23-2022

  • 2008 Kia Rio LX

    2008 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $5,995
    79,082 miles
    2 Accidents, 2 Owners, Rental vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Government Fleet Sales (Kansas City, MO)
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats

    Located in Kansas City, MO / 911 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    GAS SAVER! PRETTY RED! FINANCING FOR GOOD & BAD CREDIT!

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (25 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE123286365558
    Stock: 365558
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $3,690
    Great priceGreat price
    $2,400 Below Market
    164,367 miles
    No accidents, 4 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Starfire Auto (Santa Clarita, CA)
    USB Inputs
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Santa Clarita, CA / 2,271 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    PLEASE READ THIS SECTION! * SIMPLE BASIC A-B TRANSPORT * ALLOY WHEELS WITH DRILLED AND SLOTTED ROTORS (BETTER BRAKES BASICALLY) * COLD AC * - ADD ~...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223496581953
    Stock: DF7142781K
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $6,499
    Good priceGood price
    $1,153 Below Market
    114,721 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Enumclaw Auto Exchange (Enumclaw, WA)
    USB Inputs
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Enumclaw, WA / 2,281 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Sold brand new by Dick Hannah Kia, this local Car-Fax Certified 0 accident gas saver is the right car at the right time! With a Car-Fax value guide of...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223996461842
    Stock: 22-185
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $11,444
    Fair priceFair price
    $413 Above Market
    27,362 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Precise Automotive Group (Chantilly, VA)
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    USB Inputs
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Chantilly, VA / 9 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    We at Precise Automotive Group will now provide customers with FREE and FAST shipping on all vehicles to your front door within 300 miles, if your fur...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223096474351
    Stock: P4351_2
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $3,594
    Fair priceFair price
    $314 Below Market
    239,409 miles
    1 Accident, 4 Owners, Rental vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Florence Toyota (Florence, SC)
    USB Inputs
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Florence, SC / 359 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Rio LX, 4D Sedan, 1.6L I4 DOHC CVVT 16V, 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive, FWD, Polar Blue, Gray w/Full Cloth Seat Trim, CD player. At Florence Toyota...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223996510439
    Stock: SPF275B
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-25-2022

  • 2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $10,000
    Fair priceFair price
    $985 Above Market
    71,421 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Preston Cadillac (Burton, OH)
    USB Inputs
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Burton, OH / 256 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2009 Kia Rio LX SUPER CLEAN CAR LOW MILES, 14IN WHEELS, SIRIUSXM RADIO WITH CD PLAYED, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, AND ICE COLD AC. **INCLUDED FEATURES & ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223696584692
    Stock: 422737B
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-16-2022

  • New Listing
    2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $10,950
    60,059 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Shift - Los Angeles (Whittier, CA)
    USB Inputs
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Whittier, CA / 2,261 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    ----------------See the full listing at shift.com/s/1034787 -------------- Shift offers no contact test drives on most cars, delivery, and provides fi...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223896449956
    Stock: c1892325
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-05-2022

  • 2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $7,450
    97,466 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Shift - Portland (Beaverton, OR)
    USB Inputs
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Beaverton, OR / 2,327 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    ----------------See the full listing at shift.com/s/1221244 -------------- Shift offers no contact test drives on most cars, delivery, and provides fi...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/33 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223496535829
    Stock: c130171
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-21-2022

  • 2009 Kia Rio SX

    2009 Kia Rio
    SX Sedan

    $7,295
    65,476 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    RSE Auto (Canandaigua, NY)
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    USB Inputs
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Canandaigua, NY / 269 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Great running Gas Miser with Tall rubber. 32 Miles per gallon and very clean inside . Visit RSE Auto online at rseautolive.com to see more pictures of...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223696531586
    Stock: 102670
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $7,978
    171,000 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Honda Cars of McKinney (McKinney, TX)
    USB Inputs
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in McKinney, TX / 1,140 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Spotless. Polar Blue exterior and Gray interior. Consumer Guide Recommended Car, CD Player, Satellite Radio, iPod/MP3 Input, Serviced here, Non-Smoker...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223X96462739
    Stock: PS16329A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-30-2022

  • 2005 Kia Rio Base

    2005 Kia Rio
    Base Sedan

    Not Priced
    170,144 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Alexander Auto Sales (Whittier, CA)
    Rear Bench Seats

    Located in Whittier, CA / 2,261 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    <P style= ""BORDER-TOP-COLOR: , BORDER-LEFT-COLOR: , BORDER-BOTTOM-COLOR: , BORDER-RIGHT-COLOR: "" >THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL 2005 KIA RIO 4 DOOR SEDAN AUT...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: Yes

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADC125756401375
    Stock: 3389
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2009 Kia Rio LX

    2009 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $8,990
    135,000 miles
    1 Accident, 5 Owners, Rental vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Shawnee Mission Ford (Shawnee, KS)
    USB Inputs
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    Fold Flat Rear Seats
    +more

    Located in Shawnee, KS / 924 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2009 Kia Rio LX26/35 City/Highway MPGShawnee Mission Ford Pre-Owned vehicles that have undergone a RIGOROUS MULTI-POINT inspection. Free Auto Check Ve...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADE223796512013
    Stock: P1792AC
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-11-2022

  • New Listing
    2010 Kia Rio Rio5 LX

    2010 Kia Rio
    Rio5 LX Wagon

    $11,590
    96,737 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Manual
    Carvana (In-stock online)
    Delivery available*
    Bluetooth
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    USB Inputs
    Rear Bench Seats
    Aux Audio Inputs
    +more

    Located in Houston, TX / 1,209 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    At Carvana, we want to help everyone Live Feelessly�. That's why we never charge last-minute, bogus fees. We believe in treating you better--we think ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    31 Combined MPG (28 City/34 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADH5A36A6646073
    Stock: 2001810902
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-16-2022

  • 2002 Kia Rio Base

    2002 Kia Rio
    Base

    Not Priced
    72,361 miles
    No accidents, 5 Owners, Personal use only
    Seidel Hyundai (Shillington, PA)
    Rear Bench Seats

    Located in Shillington, PA / 119 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    Listing Information:

    VIN: KNADC123726131848
    Stock: 54628A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2021 Kia Rio S

    2021 Kia Rio
    S Sedan

    $18,000
    Great priceGreat price
    $3,695 Below Market
    17,237 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Auto Boutique (Jacksonville, FL)
    Back-up camera
    Bluetooth
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    USB Inputs
    Apple Carplay/Androi...
    +more

    Located in Jacksonville, FL / 644 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Auto Boutique is proud to offer excellent, pre-owned vehicles. With our no haggle pricing policy you can be sure you're getting the best deal possible...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    36 Combined MPG (33 City/41 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3KPA24AD2ME367325
    Stock: 08229
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-01-2022

  • 2020 Kia Rio LX

    2020 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $15,999
    Great priceGreat price
    19,950 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Metro Automobiles (Dallas, TX)
    Back-up camera
    Bluetooth
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    USB Inputs
    Apple Carplay/Androi...
    +more

    Located in Dallas, TX / 1,163 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Automatic Transmission. Backup Camera. Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Bluetooth. USB Port. Touchscreen Display. Cruise Control.

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    36 Combined MPG (33 City/41 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3KPA24AD1LE355729
    Stock: 355729
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 2020 Kia Rio LX

    2020 Kia Rio
    LX Sedan

    $17,995
    Great priceGreat price
    $4,829 Below Market
    14,013 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use
    4cyl Automatic
    Today Auto LLC (Honolulu, HI)
    Back-up camera
    Bluetooth
    Tire Pressure Warnin...
    USB Inputs
    Apple Carplay/Androi...
    +more

    Located in Honolulu, HI / 4,803 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    This 2020 Kia Rio 4dr LX IVT features a 1.6L 4 Cylinder 4cyl Gasoline engine. It is equipped with a Automatic transmission. The vehicle is White with ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    36 Combined MPG (33 City/41 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3KPA24AD4LE353571
    Stock: WPS383
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-26-2022

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4 out of 5 stars
The Ideal Town Car
Dennis Howerton,12/08/2015
4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
I bought my Rio from its second owner. The car had been wrecked by the first owner at around 12,000 miles and was subsequently rebuilt. The second owner took good care of the Rio. The interior was like new when I bought it at 52,000 miles and the car had been repainted '57 Corvette red. The original wheels were warped and the tires were horribly out of round, causing the car to … vibrate at around 45mph, so I bought a specialty set of wheels and new tires that set me back about $1000. Despite most Rios' homely look, mine actually looks pretty sporty. There are several things I like about the Rio. It's a simple car. I especially like the fact that the windows and door locks are manually operated. The front seats, while not cushy, are comfortable and there is adequate room for two full size adults in the front seats. The back seat is strictly for kids. Ours are grown, so the rear seat is not a problem. Whoever designed the interior of the Rio did a good job. The controls and switches are well situated ergonomically. There's even a right armrest that folds down for the driver that makes driving on longer trips more comfortable. Steering is light and responsive. It's like driving a go cart. Visibility is very good. The 1500cc engine and automatic transmission are adequate for around town driving but are a little underpowered for trips in mountainous terrain. You'll get up the slopes, but you won't pass many people. Fuel economy with the automatic transmission is good but not spectacular. I've averaged around 32mpg in highway driving and 22mpg around town. I use only straight unleaded gas (no alcohol) in my car (Yes, it's still available if you look for it.). The only maintenance the Rio has needed since I bought it was the replacement of a rear shock absorber and, of course, periodic oil/air/filter changes. Since we use the Rio as our around town car, we don't put a lot of miles on it. The absence of cruise control is the main reason we don't use it on long trips. Currently, we have under 74,000 miles on our car. It stills looks showroom new inside and out when it has been cleaned up. We love our 2002 Rio. June 2017 - We still have our 2002 Kia Rio and use it as a town car and for short trips. Still love it. Thinking of giving it to my grandson who will get his learner permit to drive next month. Hate to part with it, but...hey!...he's my grandson and that's what granddads do. Small, economical, easy to drive...the Rio is an excellent car for new drivers. December 2017 - We're still driving our Rio daily. I had thought about giving it to our grandson when he turns 16 in July but he's a growing boy. At 6'01", 300 pounds, he's a mite big for the Kia so we'll keep it as our old timer's transportation. The boy is going to need a truck...a big truck. June 2018 - Yep. Still have our 2002 Rio. Still use it daily. December 2018 - I jokingly call our Rio the Red Hot Chili Pepper and, yes, we still use it as daily transport around town and on short trips. No problems. Incidentally for those who read my earlier post about our grandson, I bought a 1997 Ford F-150 from my brother for him. It was a fixer-upper that I spent a shade over $2000 to have the seat and headliner and brakes and calipers redone. It had new tires and a fresh rebuilt starter. I also gave it a tune-up, radiator flush, new water pump, air filter, oil/filter, and exterior rear view mirrors. The kid is too big for a car. He needed a truck, and now he's got one with a 4.2L V-six engine turning a five speed manual tranny. December 2019 - Our 2002 Kia Rio still looks and runs great. It doesn't have all the high tech gee whiz gadgetry of the latest overpriced cars. I like that. It gets us where we want to go. Isn't that really what a car is supposed to do? June 2020 - Our Kia Rio is still running good. No problems. Too bad Kia stopped making the 2002 model. I learned Kia put a Mazda engine driving a Ford transmission in the car. It's a good, solid drive train combination. We're keeping it. December 2020. Everything I've said about our 2002 Kia Rio is still true. It's a good no frills car. Looking at the sticker price of new cars...even good used cars...these days tells me I'll be keeping the Rio. June 2022. Had a minor fender bender on the last day of 2020 when an uninsured driver failed to yield the right of way. The front right bumper has a minor boo boo, but the Rio is still driveable. Drove to Memphis and back recently cruising at a leisurely 50 mph and got 40 mpg. I've owned a lot of cars and trucks. My all time favorite was a 1984 VW Rabbit powered by a diesel engine with a five speed manual transmission that averaged 52 mpg, but the Kia Rio is giving it some honest competition.
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