Used 2003 Kia Rio Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used Rio for sale
Not a bad ride
molly, 02/10/2010
2003 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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The car had limited power but was reliable and had amazing gas mileage. There were numerous problems but each was a low cost repair or not worth repairing. All door locks failed to work, doors would not stay shut in the winter, interior lights flashed, check engine light turned on and off, there was always oil in the 3rd cylinder, clutch began wearing at 70,000 miles, front brakes were replaced at 60,000 miles. Various noises started coming from the front end or engine after about 60,000 miles. I miss the fuel economy but the car was traded in at 78,000 miles do to numerous problems. Though because of reliability, I upgraded to another kia product.
Awesome for the price!
lababydoll999, 02/05/2003
2003 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought my car in October 2002, mostly because I wanted reliable transporation with a lot of warranty coverage since I drive my daughter to her daycare and myself to work every day. At first sight I wasn't too impressed by it, but when I saw the price and read all of the warranties, I had to get the Rio. I have never been more happy with any car than I am with my Rio. I pay only $218 dollars a month for this car! It drives great, the sound system is primo for the price of the car and I love the sunglass holder and the 8-way adjustable seat. I just can't say enough about this car!!!
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Second time around
lcimpala, 10/14/2003
2003 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This is our second Rio, the first had over 100,000 on the clock before it met an untimely death at the hands of an Explorer. The explorer got the worst of it, by the way, and no injuries for us, couldn't say the same for the explorer occupants. This 2003 Rio is a vast improvement over the 2001 we previously had. It's quiet and rides very well, has a lot of power and the engine noise has been reduced greatly over the 2001 model. Kis is refining their autos yearly, I am impressed with the improvements. We really like the car.
my zip car
paul salim, 02/17/2005
2003 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this little car. My main car is a Ford 150 Super. I bought this little Kia Rio for when I don't need a truck to save on gas. I am a tall big guy, and it is very comfortable. I love the pickup of a stick, i am amazed at how good of a car it is for the price. I have almost 17,000 miles on it and zero problems (knock on wood). Love it.
Consider it
PA Rio, 11/04/2003
2003 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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I shopped around for the lowest priced car that would be comfortable to drive and have all the necessary features, no more, no less. I found it in the 2003 Kia Rio. I am 6'2 and find the driver's seat very comfortable. Plenty of head and leg room. Nothing fancy about this car but it has a nice style and it is very inexpensive. Only downside is the power. I bought the automatic and it doesn't have much pep but if you are not "punching" the gas petal all the time, you probably don't care anyway. 30 MPG in city even though it is supposed to get less. Nice car, nice price.