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3 out of 5 stars

should of bought a spectra

mcsmith, 04/25/2002
2002 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I have currently 1000 miles onthe car. INTERIOR: decent headroom and legroom,but tight width wise. EXTERIOR:doors and trunk are so light that it makes it difficult to close(bounce back open) ENGINE: peppy around town, cruises at 75 no problem, but no power up steep grades and a.c. overburdens the engine. HANDELING:anti-sway bars not up to par. MILEAGE: 24mpg driving very conservatve.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Good inexpensive car, and sporty.

EMT_Rob, 10/14/2002
2002 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought a Kia Rio Sedan in light gold. The car looks catchy on the outside, while offering for the money, a decent, but no too powerful engine, good interior ergonomics, and overall great handling. You have to patient with the 96 horsepower engine getting up to speed, but take your time driving, and this sporty little car will get you around with good gas mileage and comfort for its class. Smoother ride than the comparable Toyota Echo.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A lot of car for just a few bucks!

Carlos L. Ortiz, 06/18/2002
2002 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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It's been 9 months and 10.5K miles and I am very happy with my little cheap car. Other family members who made fun of me at time of purchase have driven it and been impressed. Dealership excellent service has been a plus in terms of customer satisfaction. A/C was freezing, got it fixed in one day, never had a problem again with it. Dealership provided ride to work and pick up. Hey! That's European Service at Korean Price! Recommend the car and probably will replace for a bigger Kia. Cousin already bought Rio Cinco after my experience!

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5 out of 5 stars

SOLID AS A ROCK!

steeveo, 09/18/2002
2002 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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This car rocks! My parents bought it for me for graduation, and I love this car. Solid as a Honda, although some of you may disagree. Better than American (terrible thing I should have to say, especially at a time I should be supporting my country), but I have news for you--that Probe you own is made in Japan, that Accord you own is made in America, and God knows who the h--- made the...

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4 out of 5 stars

You Get What You Pay For

RaiderGirl, 12/05/2002
2002 Kia Rio Cinco 4dr Wagon (1.5L 4cyl 4A)
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Very well-priced for a single mom, but I'm making up for it at the fuel pump; the Kia Rio Cinco is surprisingly UNeconomical in gas use. I can barely squeeze nine gallons into a nearly twelve gallon tank, and then I only get 200 miles on a tankful in the city. Also, it could accelerate MUCH better than it does. Other than that, it's pretty reliable and very cool-looking. The interior is very roomy - I can fit my large dog in the back with the rear seat in the upright position with no problem. Overall rating: 6

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