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4.6 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

them Koreans are good!

Grandpa, 09/01/2018
updated 09/04/2019
2006 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Well, had to get a new battery. otherwise, going fine. Batt was 120 bucks. I remember at Pep boys, a new one was like 15 bucks or so. Heh, so much for inflation.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

The right balance

Rob, 08/08/2006
2006 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I think Kia did a great job on finding the right balance between looks, safety, fuel economy and price. You usually have to trade gas economy for looks or price for safety. I have to drive 100 miles a day and this car gets me there as cheap as possible through initial cost and gas mileage. I have fun getting to work too.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Wish it was stronger but a overall good

OLDSCHOOLDEVIL, 08/25/2009
2006 Kia Rio 5 SX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I'll tell you I'm hard and neglectful on cars and this Rio has kept up. I didnt give it a oil change for 15000 miles and it started and drove like a champ. I have had small problems (eats through tires and brakes wear.) Not to confy. I drove from California to Texas and I'll say I'm young and those seats i cant stand to sit in them for more than a hour. Decent on gas. I'd recommend this car to young kids that are neglectful and need a good car to get them by. Nothing fancy. I do like the strong speaker system.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Quick, Quiet, Quality

Charlie in KY, 05/15/2006
2006 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Have owned for 5 months now, this car has proven its more than I initially expected. It has a peppy engine, good mileage (28 in town) very easy to drive and park. And with all the standard airbags and the great 100,000 mile warranty, I am looking forward on having this car for many years.

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5 out of 5 stars

Not your typical econobox

mwrobe1, 05/04/2006
2006 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

A great commuter car for $13k. I'm 6'5" 235lbs and the Rio fit me the best out of all the subcompacts. Adequate power and excellent mpg. Front seats are very comfortable! Stereo system is pretty decent for stock. Fun to drive...easy to park...cruises nice and smooth on the highway. Handling is surprisingly sporty. Interior is styled and laid out well.

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