Used 2008 Kia Rio Consumer Reviews
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Wished I had purchased one sooner. . .
Todd Finch, 03/12/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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It's roomy enough for four adults, very fun to drive around town, and gets a whopping average 35 miles per gallon (50% highway, 50% city driving.) It's very pleasant at all speeds (never taken it over 80 mpg). What an amazing value! I wish I had purchased a car like this sooner. I listed "Performance" as only a 7 because it's not designed to be a race car. It's a 4-cylinder, therefore performance should be a little sub- par. That said, I've never had a problem keeping pace at a light, or going uphill.
Amazing little car
bootsncigars, 04/04/2008
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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I purchased this vehicle to replace my not so fuel effecient 07 Tuarus.. My first impression was, solid, tight, peppy though not powerful. I enjoy the 6 speaker stereo and power package with heated outside mirrors. Since Cruis control is not an option, I did some research and found a great kit and had it professionally installed, case closed. I'm figuring Im averaging around 27 mixed city and hiway. I haven't taken a long trip yet but hope to get 35 as the sticker says. I had those gawd awful skinny Kumho tires replaced immediately with some more aggressive BF Goodrich T/As. What a difference in handling, BTW, I'm 6 ft 2 in and it has plenty of room for comfortable driving positions..
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Great little car
John, 04/13/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 SX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I was worried at first, having made the transition from a full-size 4x4 to a sub-compact, but all is well especially at the pump. I average 3-500 mi. a week and this great little car gets 29 in rush hour, and 33+ on the open road. I like manual transmissions and it was pretty hard to find the one I wanted. This little car has some spunk and I really enjoy driving it around. Seats are nice and the controls are well placed.
New Kia Rio
mathewslw, 05/12/2008
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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We traded a Ford F-150 because of rising fuel cost. What a difference. We bought a fairly basic automatic transmission model. So far we have been very satisfied. Great price too.
Better than I expected
Aaron Salinas Jr, 05/15/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought the car for my wife to drive to work and save money in gas. Best thing I ever did we went from 12 to 14 miles to the gallon in the city to 26 to 28 to the gallon in the city. We cut our gas bill from $75 to $30 per week. I cannot wait to get it on the highway to see how many miles I can get. I also bought the car because I am not a small guy and when I first sat in the Rio I was able to get in and out with out hitting my head on the roof. The space was also a factor and the Rio was a perfect size for wife and me. The interior has enough space to place the 3 kids in the back seat and stuff in the trunk.
Great car and soon to be very popular
Kay C. Johnson, 05/13/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 SX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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This car has great get up and go! The gas mileage is a wonderful improvement over what I was driving. I've been told it will improve after the first 5000 miles, but already I'm getting 32 mpg around town, so I am quite happy with it. My mom drove it and she is used to bigger cars liked its handling, but said she couldn't ride in it on a long trip. She bought an Optima and loves it. She and I both have more leg room than you could ever want, its very surprising. My dad is 6'4 and he couldn't believe it. I got Automatic with power pkg and I couldn't ask for more for the price just under 15,000.
Hurray Kia
chris b, 05/19/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 SX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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I purchased this vehicle as I was in need of a commuter car (I drive 200 mile/day). I also own a Sorento and Have been very happy with it. There is plenty of room even in the back seat (my wife is nearly 6 ft and she felt comfortable in the back with our two kids). After driving most of the competition, I just had to go with kia again. For the money there is none better.
Rio5 SX Wagon
Giancarlo, 06/05/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 SX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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I traded in my Hyundai Tucson for a car I could use for my working commute. Rio5 SX was a straightforward choice. The car is compact but surprisingly comfortable and spacious. The engine is up to the task considering is a 1.6 L and the car is very fun to drive. In my first tank of gas I've got a good 33 mpg in mix condition (traffic/highway) typical in a commute scenario. Very, very satisfied with this choice that I recommend to anybody in need of a good, reliable commuting car.
I Love my Car!
Misty, 09/29/2008
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I got my Rio at the first of March. I love it while all my friends drive big SUVs and complain about the gas prices, my family of 5 fits in my car just fine and were able to take a vacation this summer while my friends stayed at home. I get 38 miles a gallon! Thank you KIA
Dependable gas saver
Jordan Cunningham , 04/02/2023
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Money sense is the car is a good little car but it is kind of small especially when you have two kids.
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