Alloy wheels are now standard on the Cinco wagon. Lumbar support has been added to the driver seat in all models, and the center console armrest gets extra padding.

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The Rio and Rio Cinco are the lowest-priced sedan and wagon on the market, and they feel that way. Buy one only if you must have a new-car warranty; otherwise, spend your money on a nice used car.

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2004 Kia Rio
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$3,499
- 153,947 miles
- Odometer issue reported, 9 owners, rental vehicle
- 21st Century Auto Sales (755 mi away)
- Tires - Front All-Se...
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Located in Blackfoot, ID
1.6L I4 DOHC MPI 2004 Kia Rio FWD KBB Fair Market Range High: $3,247 All Vehicles under 100,000 miles at 21st Century Auto Sales, comes with a 1 Month...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: KNADC125X46286561
Stock: M3769B
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-28-2025
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2004 Kia Rio
Base Sedan
$2,315
- Not provided
- Recycled vehicle reported, 5 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 22 City / 30 Hwy MPG
- Auto * Outlet , Inc . (1,034 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Tuscaloosa, AL
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
25 Combined MPG (22 City/30 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KNADC125046315047
Stock: 11142NG
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 09-25-2024

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I love my little car.

septembersrain, 04/13/2013

2004 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)

I enjoy driving it so much that I am going to end up replacing the motor and transmission on it. Even with replacing both of those I will still be only paying a third of what it would cost to buy a new car. Not to mention even with all the maintenance I've had done, The car has never once left me stranded. I've had cars, trucks, and SUV's prior to this car. This was the first time I've …

A lot for the money

samwise, 06/01/2004

2004 Kia Rio Cinco 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)

After a lot of searching for an inexpensive and economical car, I feel that the Kia Rio Cinco can not be beat. It turns on a dime, gets 31 mpg, excellent sound system and the A/C is COLD. All around it's a bargain.

Good car

isaac, 09/06/2010

2004 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)

Funny the guy that posted the review about the engine 'seizing up' at 81,000 miles. that's normal-you failed to change the timing belt. the timing belt MUST be changed by 65,000 miles on Rio's, or the engine blow. Period. it's a 100% fail rate. Anyway, I live in Phoenix and the air conditioner only works when you're driving. soon as you pause at a light or brake, your air is gone. …

Rio Timing belt problems

mttom, 11/23/2011

2004 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)

I'm tearing down a 2004 Kia Rio with 32000 miles, well cared for, Not Abused, fresh oil change and Fram filter, LOCKED engine, failed timing belt, At first I thought inferior quality belt and poor components, but this is a rugged copy of the Mazda which can run many miles, everything looks great but the belt is hard and not very flexible. Maybe Kia scrimped on this but I really doubt …

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2004 Rio Highlights

Type:

Wagon

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$11,365
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	25 MPG
Cost to Drive	$159/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	24.8 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver2 / 5
Passenger2 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

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