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Great little gas saver!
tracyb4, 05/16/2012
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
25 of 26 people found this review helpful
I bought my Kia Rio new, with 28 miles on it, and now have over 60k miles on it. It came with a great warranty and I've had all scheduled maintenance required to keep the warranty active. I have never had any trouble out of it. The only cons I can mention is that the brakes sound like they are grinding when you first apply them in a damp or wet environment, but after the first application that sound goes away. I have them checked every time I go in for service and they are always ok. The other thing is the fact that the ride is a little noisier than I prefer, but you will find that to be the case with all small cars. I average about 33-35 mpg. Keep up the maintenance, it will last!
It saved my life!!! lots of love!
slr1985, 05/29/2014
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
42 of 45 people found this review helpful
I am writing this 2 days after I totaled my 08 Kia Rio. Very sad day. My main problem with this car is the rear defroster stopped working twice. after the 2nd time, i never bothered to get it fixed. I used to affectionately refer to it as my POS Kia, though it did get GREAT gas mileage and was always a fun and sporty drive. I loved zipping along the highway, the city, suburbia in my Rio! however, the best thing about this car is how it saved me during the worst accident i've been in. My back tire was bad, I slipped on wet highway, hit a guardrail, spun into oncoming traffic, had a head on collision with a F250 and walked away w/o a SCRATCH. Thank you for holding up, Rio!
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LOVED THIS LITTLE CAR!
joy_bell, 11/04/2012
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
27 of 29 people found this review helpful
PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO ALL OF THE HORRIBLE REVIEWS ON THIS CAR! Every type of car can have these issues. Honestly, I had my little kia for 3 years, and it never failed me. Even with all of the bad weather that we have up in Wisconsin, it kept going strong for my kids and I. The only issue that I ever had was that the headlights are supposed to be automatic, but if I didn't manually turn them off, sometimes the batter would drain. but that only happened a few times in all the years that I had it. besides that, never had a single issue. I have several friends and family members who also have these cars, and they never have major issues either. great car for a small family.
Motor mounts
Mateo Adams, 04/04/2016
updated 10/25/2017
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
Reliability, gas mileage, handling. However, interior plastic is of low quality and motor mounts should last longer than 63,000. Motor mounts on models later than 2007 are not covered under the Kia 10 Year warranty.
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Great value!
braindeadunit, 12/28/2012
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I'm getting great gas mileage, and despite mixed rated for 29, I'm getting 34+ mpg. The gearing is just about right, giving its power (and efficiency) in all the right places -- with the manual trans you won't feel like you have such a small engine (reviews on internet says the auto can feel sluggish). The car has a lot of nice touches -- arm rest, aux input, stub holder, center console orientation, the list goes on. All of the small things add up to get a comfortable ride. I can't think of any downsides, although friends have reported the back seats feel a bit cramped. I bought it used, and I think when it comes time to buy a new car, I'll go with a Rio (or Hyundai's version, the Accent).
THIS CAR SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
pinkpanda, 06/01/2011
2008 Kia Rio SX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
this car has had problems since 1 year after buying it brand new i have had transmission promblems about 5 or 6 times and they say its something else the service people mess up stuff that i have to take back to have them fix the still havent fixed my transmission they are very rude and i would not tell anyone to buy one of these cars they will screw you over on the warenty and when its over they will finally tell you whats been wrong with your car the whole time so that you have to pay for it they need to do there job or go out of business
It's a Kia...
Dreamorpheus, 05/08/2010
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Within the first year of owning the car, both front wheel-bearings went out. Twice each. Needs an O/D or 6th gear, MPG dwindles at highway speeds. The interior is rather gray, 'bout four different shades of gray, makes your soul sad. Have a issue with the driver- side window crank; keep smacking my knee on it, knocking off the knob. You also can't really sleep in the hatch, bit cramped, and the floors not flat. As unpleasing, and some times annoying this all may be, it's still a good little car. Its a grate car to buy new, by the end of the warranty you can just throw it away. It handles like a go-cart, gets good MPG in town, CHEAP, and they fix almost anything for the life of the car.
Excellent gas sipper
Glenn, 06/23/2008
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
If you're looking for an inexpensive ride that's great on gas, the Kia Rio is all you need! I bought the 4 door base to use as my "run around" car and I am getting 39 MPG based on about a 60% stop-and-go and 40% highway driving ratio. It's the best no frills car out there, easily the best bang for the buck. I never thought I'd buy a Kia/Hyundai, but with gas prices being what they are and just needing some basic wheels, this car hits the target dead on!
Will never buy again!
lindseyh26, 01/11/2012
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car back in 2008. I have had to replace things i shouldnt have had to replace already. Replaced bearings, rotars, i go through tires like no ones business, and timing belt has to be replaced about ever 30,000 miles. (rio's are known for that) other than that the car is pretty good, but i would never purchase one again. They will last forever, but you have to always be replacing something.
lemon car
charlie1, 08/08/2009
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought a kia rio sedan in 2008 have had a new transmission put in to date still having problems with transmission automatic shift from park reverse or drive to revervse is very slow I am left seating in the road waiting for it transmission to shift I feel this is a safety issue and kia should correct it after many many time taking it to shop they tell me I dont know have to drive and there is nothing wrong with my car, it is the worst car I have ever had will not buy another one nor would I recommend anyone else to buy one.
Great Car at a good price
smalltownsouthernman, 10/26/2010
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 SX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Purchased this car pre-owned with only 4000 miles on it. I haven't had any problems out of it to date. I do notice that when i drive it after sitting over night the rear brakes tend to be touchy and squeak some. The engine also tends to have a little rattle to it when it is cold. Not sure why it does that but once it warms up it is flawless. it may have something to do with the CVT.
I HATE THIS CAR
casey, 10/06/2009
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
My car also is slow to shift from park reverse or drive to revervse. It also has been in the shop five times because something is draining the power from the battery that no one can figure out why. It has been thru two batteries and they put in a whole new fuse system... i drove it three weeks and the battery is dead again. They still cant figure it out so while it sits in the shop i have to borrow parents and friends cars because good ol kia doesn't provide loaner cars and i dont have the money for a rental. All this for a car i've only had four months!!!
Our little zoom zoom
Kelli, 10/13/2010
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I really love this car. But the seats are awful. I was rear ended in this car by a car traveling 45 mph, my back is sore, but the car looks like it's never been hit. The guy that hit me said it was like hitting a sponge. Also, too bad there's no trade in value to these cars.
Maybe Just a Lemon
Prime#, 07/28/2009
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I recently bought a 2008 Kia Rio and after only having it for two days my transmission went out. There was only around 8,000 miles on the car when I bought it, so i figured it was going to be very reliable...Well maybe I just got unlucky but it made me never want to buy a Kia ever again. Besides the transmission going out, I felt that it was a pretty attractive car(granted I had gotten a black Rio which meant that the tacky plastic trim was not as noticeable). It was a rather smooth ride, but I did feel kind of unsafe in it because it was so small. Besides the transmission going out, I guess it was cute little car...
Still Truckin
cf, 05/11/2010
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
What can you say when gas prices are over $3, 35 MPH +. I am concerned as others have expressed that the slow shift in the auto transmission may result in some type of future problems. My car at 46000 miles is getting worse. The service dealerships are too few and far between. Otherwise so far so excellent. No problems just regular maintenence. I own 2 Hondas and have the Kia as a work car and drive it excessively. I don't even get into the Honda's, a real shame that I am paying for them.The lx version with power package has 6 speakers and one is blown, so annoying. Great system for such an inexpensive car though.
DO NOT BUY THIS CAR!
Alyssa, 12/18/2015
2008 Kia Rio SX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 19 people found this review helpful
This is the worst car I have ever owned. It is constantly breaking down, I have to take it to the shop for repairs on average 3 times each year. I would never suggest this vehicle to ANYONE!
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Don't buy
anonymous, 11/17/2010
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car is junk. It handles horribly in the snow. After only two years I had to replace both wheel bearings, my check engine light came on, I've had to replace all four tires. It's too small and it hate that I don't have keyless entry. This car has ruined my experience with Kia so much that I will never purchase another.
Rio5 not well known but a good car
rs, 06/25/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as a commuter car. It is great. I get 34 mpg combined driving. It is cute, the girls love it. I did not buy it for that though. It made sense to me a good value in a nice package. I drive a lot and was driving a big truck, the monthly payment and gas for this car is cheaper than the gas for my truck. I read many reviews on the internet and reliability is up there too. For a sub compact it is quiet. Lots of features for the money. It has a small engine but has enough power to get me up hills at the speed limit. I'm very happy with it.
base model
j.q.t., 01/24/2008
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Started driving the base model and it is really easy to manuver. The steering is hard, but got use to having to hold onto the steering wheel at all times. Sporty, nice interior, gasoline mileage doesn't look to promising at the moment, but may get better. Some models they advertise on lot, 44 mpg, but window sticker shows much lower, very much lower. Overall, for the price, you may do better, but the warranty is really the good part.
Mileage over rated
Edward, 08/29/2008
2008 Kia Rio SX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The mileage rating of 41 MPG is very over rated and was the selling point for me. However, for a subcompact the car performs well, and even at high speed is quite and handles well. The second big selling point for a sub compact was the quietness of the car. This area outdid the other higher price cars on the lot. The sports package put the extra touch on the inside. All and all it is a good car, but I'm getting about the same with my Honda as far as MPG and the reason I treaded was for better gas mileage, so in the end I lost. Breaks do squeak.
Love it.
TPNDrew, 12/04/2008
2008 Kia Rio SX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car to replace my first car (1996 Grand Am). I was in dire need of something new or newer as my Grand Am had 200K miles on it and died 3 weeks later. This was the first car I looked at and loved it immediately. This car looks great in black. My Rio's shift timing is a little awkward compared to other cars I've driven, but I'm used to it. I got the red pinstripe on the side and the matching red/grey interior. Mine seems to be the only one of it's kind in my area. The audio jack is welcomed as well as my mp3 player used to run through a tape-deck adapter in my Grand Am. The space given the car size is really impressive. As an art student, I can appreciate the extra space.
one month
rioowner, 01/28/2008
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The basic Rio is pleasantly surprising. All is well with it, except filling the gas tank today, I got 30.1 mpg. On the lot where I bought my Rio were signs on some of the Rios stating 44 mpg. Now, I know that is highway miles, and the sticker only said 27 city, 34 highway, but something is amiss here. I am thinking, if I get 44 highway, then I think I should get at least 35 city. And driving it slower than two thirds of other vehicles, I think that should have been accomplished. I am disappointed in the mileage I got for 9.98 gallons, traveling 301 miles. The reason I bought it was for the mileage. But.....
Boring car but gets from point A to B
Anonymous , 11/07/2020
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car is boring, but I understand that it’s a commuter car. The seats are decent. The gas mileage is pretty good. The ride is smooth until you hit a big pothole. If you are looking for a cheap car that gets from point a to b, this is the car for you.
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GREAT 👍 CAR
Lovetts87, 05/15/2019
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car to own I have a 2008 Kia Rio sadan....and it has 182,943 miles and I'm only paying $800
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It does what it says it will do!
Fletch, 03/13/2010
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is a great economy car. It drives well and the gas consumption is great. The warranty is fantastic. The bearings in the front wheels went and were replaced by Kia dealership without hesitation and no cost to me. Very reliable and gets you from point A to point B comfortably, cheaply and with no problems.
New Kia
Ex SUV owner, 04/23/2008
2008 Kia Rio SX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My wife and I just recently purchased a 2008 Kia Rio and traded in her 01 Ford Escape. She is very happy with the car. It cost her about half to fill the gas tank than it did before and she can drive for almost twice as long. The interior is very sporty with black and red stitched seating. My question is Why would anyone want to buy a base model Rio when the price of a almost fully loaded one isn't much more.
08 Base Rio
Mike, 03/20/2008
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this to replace my 95 Honda Civic. Need a dependable work car for long commutes. Base is no frills, less things to fail or wear out. Love no power steering! So far, this ride is great. Comfortable, solid and classy for the $ spent. ($10K for a brand new ride with a 100K power train warranty.) Does not even have a radio, but is wired for one with speakers. Most folks replace the factory radio anyway, so this is a great approach for a custom ride.
great car
jeep4wheeler, 04/16/2008
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought the '08 Kia Rio because of the good gas millage and its dependability. I put about 90 miles a day on my Rio and get 35 mpg. It is fun to drive. This is my first car. I had always owned a truck or SUV but needed the better millage. The only thing I see my Rio needs is maybe a couple of storage compartments at arms reach of the driver.
New Rio 5 LX
Peter, 07/29/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We got the 2008 Rio 5 LX with 5-speed manual. We are very pleased with our choice so far. The car is attractive, fun to drive, and it is good enough power-, handling-, and feature-wise for us. Shortly after break-in, we took the car to TX (1800+ miles each way). Never dawdling, with two adults and two kids, fully loaded with toys and gear, we got 33 mpg. Not bad! It would do better, though, if Kia put a 6-speed in this model. 3500+ revs in 5th for typical Southern and Western U.S. interstate driving is too much. If I often drove on Southern or Western interstates, I would be less pleased with the car. But in the hilly, trafficky Northeast, where I live, I highly recommend it!
beware
gmclover1, 06/01/2011
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
this is in response to some who say they need to purchase a good car great on gas. This car does ok with those two aspects but I recently had to take the car in to have the motor taken out of the car for the air conditioner. Not under warranty when they say it is your fault and you have put papers in the glove box!!! Who says you can't put papers in the glove box, there was nothing saying we couldn't, but now that the air conditioner has sucked in my oil change receipt, because of their design flaw in leaving a hole in the glove box, I shouldn't have to pay for this, now they are saying I cannot have my car back if I don;t because they fixed it!!! Did they fix the hole?????
Be carefull of the brakes!
smith3425, 09/14/2011
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 10 people found this review helpful
Be very careful of the brakes. I had to slam on my breaks for the first time after 2 years of owning the car. Another car pulled in front of me and stopped and when I hit the brakes the card just slid. I had no control of the car at all. My children and I slid across 3 lanes of oncoming traffic and right off the road nearly getting hit several times. After the breaks lock there is no controlling the car at all. Ever since I have been terrified to even drive the speed limit for fear that I will have to hit the brakes. If you are concerned about buying a car with top notch safety features this is not the one for you!
Great, reliable and economical car.
Randall K, 12/14/2019
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car has a good reputation for being a great car.
Hard Riding
SURPRISED, 06/12/2009
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After reading the reviews, I am beginning to think the factory forgot struts & shocks on my car. It could be Pennsylvania roads though. My Kia only has 8,000 miles on it, but it rides like a buck board. My 2002 Prism, 103,000 miles outrides it by far. The brakes grab when cold & the delay from reverse to drive is slow. I don't like the cupholders between the seats. They are much more useful located by dashboard. No cup holders in backseat. The window washers only spray a third of the way up the windshield. The gas milage isn't bad...should improve as the car is broke in. Overall, I am looking to trade it in on a smoother ride and I am glad I still have my Chevy Prism.
Great little car!
roger, 04/29/2010
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my Kia Rio for two years and I am very happy with it. The price was great. I get 30-34 mpg. I drive it daily 50 miles to work and back and like it fine. I have also driven it to Florida and several times (2,000 miles round trip) and it was comfortable. I have had no mechanical problems at all. It is a great little car for the price and with the back seat down has lots of room to haul stuff. Yes, I would buy another Kia.
Great car!
LoveMyRio!, 08/21/2008
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Rio to use as a commuter car to/from work. I wasn't sure I would like it but when I test drove it, I was pleasantly surprised. After 2 months, I just hit 3000 miles and I usually get 33-35 mpg. but did get 38.3 last week on a 3 hr. trip!! I love the way the car handles and it is so much fun to drive. Love the way the rear seats fold down too, so much room. Also, love the way they laid out the instrument panel/radio. Very easy to reach and use, much more than any other car I have owned. I LOVE this car and look forward to it lasting a long time. Highly recommend it!
Being intelligent helps
Big John, 06/19/2009
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
You don't have to be stupid to buy anything else, but it helps. 100K warranty, low initial price, 35 miles to a gallon endlessly on regular. Smooth ride, great seats with lumbar support, a/c, at, pw/dl, tilt wheel, am/fm/cd/st, spacious trunk, arm rest, power hook-ups, ample head room in back seat for six footers. All this for around $13K. Are you kidding me? Why buy anything else? This is my 6th Rio in 8 years. I still own four of them and all except this one have over 120,000 miles on them and still run strong, use zero oil and get 35 mpg HW. I change the oil myself at 5,000 mile intervals, religiously. Routine maintenance essential. Nobody builds a better car at these prices.
improvements
varmit2, 07/06/2008
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
just bought this car, i had previously bought a 2002 model for my daughter to attend college, never drove hers' much, hers lasted so well, that i decided to buy one for myself, I am overall pleased with mine so far, but motor is a bit noisy when accelerated moderately, and suspension is a bit choppy at times , have just got 800 miles on mine so far, but it getting right at 35 mpg and this beats my dodge ram 1500 14 mpg to death. I believe that i can get used to the Kia small quirks.
Wished I had purchased one sooner. . .
Todd Finch, 03/12/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Kia Rio 2008
roger, 10/24/2009
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my KIA Rio. It gets 34 mpg. It is fun to drive. Warranty is great. It is the best car for the price.
Rio rocks!
oldsubguy, 06/03/2008
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After trading in my 15 MPG American "Tank", I am well pleased with my Rio! The difference in gas price alone amounted to over $200/Mo. which is a good portion of the payment. Nimble, sure, and attractive lines (IN my opinion). I could not be more pleased. I like the fact that I did not have to pay for a useless car alarm either. (I think we quit listening to them about a year after they came out). No bloody power this or that to break either and I can reach the passenger window crank without causing a crash on the freeway
Great Commuter Car for the Money
kyatty, 11/26/2009
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 LX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was in the market to get to and from work everyday and wanted to keep my costs down. I had only owned Japanese cars, with one exception of a GMC pickup that was a big mistake. I was a little unsure about the KIA, but after nearly 2 years I'm glad I took the plunge. This little car is just what I needed. The fuel economy is quite good, but could be improved. It's surprisingly fun to drive. It's far roomier than you would expect from its dimesions. I've never had a single problem with this car --just regularly scheduled maintenance. Sure, I get the occasional odd look from other attorneys when they see me in my little Rio5, but I could care less.
Amazing little car
bootsncigars, 04/04/2008
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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..
Love my Rio
Mike K, 01/27/2009
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
So when my 2000 Hyundai Elantra finally had enough and overheated (after 160k miles by the way), I planned on replacing her with a new Accent but luckily shopped Kia before buying it. Same engine, parent company and warranty, but I preferred the more mature styling of my Rio over the somewhat prepubescent look of the Accent. Anyhow, I bought the extended bumper-to-bumper warranty for 10 years and couldn't be happier. My first tank got me 33 mpg and it'll keep improving up to around 5000 miles. Ok, so it's not the fastest ride out there, but it always gets there smoothly and surely. I also like that not everyone's driving it, and that it looks like a mini-lexus if you squint hard enough!
Great little car
John, 04/13/2008
2008 Kia Rio Rio5 SX 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
STILL GOING AND SURPRISING
cf, 02/09/2010
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
An Update. My '08 Rio is coming up on 39k. I drive all highway and still am impressed on the way in which the car handles, except in snow well go figure. Nothing major, all regular maintence so far. The car is a little trooper. round trip I drive 140 miles, reason i bought the lil sipper. The car has all I need. I have noticed what others are saying about the slow shift with the automatic transmissions, especially when the car is cold, which in the northeast is common. I am not worried yet about it. I tell you the car takes a beating and is holding up, I am hoping for long too. I am rough on the cars I drive so I hope to have it a few more years in this one.
Keen on Kia
Garret, 07/04/2008
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just recently bought this vehicle as my daily commuter to work and school in an effort to save on gas and help the environment. I'm very pleased with my purchase. The car drives very well for what it is and the motor is surprisingly efficient. The only change that I made is I replaced the air filter with a K&N unit. Would recommend this vehicle to others.
Very happy owner!
BVF925, 03/24/2009
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought our 5-speed Rio brand-new in August 2008 to replace a gas hog of a truck for commuting over 50 miles a day. The average mpg is 38!Who needs a hybrid? The Rio is surprisingly roomy, comfy, fun to drive, smooth ride, good looking, and the best warranty around. This may seem trivial, but the cup holders with the rubbery grips are the best! Other than a small squeak near the sun visor that has since disappeared, it is flawless. It's a little noisy at highway speeds though. I would totally buy another one in a minute.
Just what I needed!
J.L., 02/15/2010
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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I'm really happy with this car. I've had it almost two years, and I'm still enjoying it. The only thing I'd ask Kia to improve would be the height of the arm rest - it's too low. I feel very safe in my car. It's even comfortable on ten-hour vacation trips! The interior is nice, and easy to clean - great for people with kids. It really is easy to park. I'd be happy buy another one.
Perfect
ct, new york, 05/16/2009
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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Replaced a 02 Hyundai Elantra manual which would have cost too much to fix. I am pleased on how far Kia has come. The car surpasses so many of the past vehicles that I have owned inc my 00 civic. Get the power package, worth the money. No problems on the highway, road noise is low. I love driving my Kia in Bright Blue and passing everyone else, kinda obnoxious and saving gas at the same time.
My other car is a Rio...
Big John, 03/20/2010
2008 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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I've been sold on Kia since 2001. Always a long distance runner, I need a car with better than average MPG and durability. The other things don't really matter. I want some money in my pocket after the bills are paid. Before 2001 I was driving a 1970 Pontiac Catalina for 15 years. It ran great until my nit-wit son took it for a spin. He spun out and drove it into a tree. It had huge miles on it. The Catalina averaged 18 MPG. All my Rio's average 35. It doesn't take long for the savings to pay for the car. Essentially I am driving a new car for free. The 2001 made a lot of noise but so does a Harley. You don't get wet in a Rio. A 2008 much quieter. I also own an '01, '03, and '06.