Used 2012 Kia Rio EX Hatchback Review
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Excellent good-looking car that is value for money
sunbomb, Columbus, OH, 02/10/2012
2012 Kia Rio EX 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
For a customer profile like mine (already own a minivan, looking for commuter car) this is a great option to have. The car itself would probably satisfy a lot of other profiles, but it is smack in the middle of my demo. Cargo space is not that great, but that is not why I bought this car. I bought this with the convenience package which included UVO (a cool addition) and the rearview … camera. No need for nav if you already have a smartphone. Car handles beautifully and very little of the harsh rides associated with sub-compacts. Really like the looks and the interior. A lot of reviews have commented on how the interior does not look as cheap as other cars in the class.
would buy again
Judy Davie, Sarasota, FL, 07/20/2016
2012 Kia Rio EX 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
This has been the perfect car for me. The 100,000 mile/10 year warrantee gives me peace of mind, and when I have had an issue, it has always been covered 100%. Even when my key attachment on my key fob broke. I am 5'6" and the driver's seat and dash are perfect for me. There is a significant blind spot at 5:00 and 7:00 but the mirrors compensate for that. Can be annoying when backing … out of a shopping mall parking space. And passengers often voice surprise at how low the passenger seat sits. The only other negative is the road noise which on interstates can be quite loud. The car has a lot of trunk space with a deceptively large amount of vertical storage. The rear seats fold down for even more space to transport oversized objects. Overall, however, I am thrilled with the car and would definitely buy it again.
High MPG Driving Method-2012 Kia Rio 5 EX
worknman, Fredericksburg, VA, 11/04/2012
2012 Kia Rio EX 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
1.TURN ECO BUTTON ON AND LEAVE IT ON---2.PUSH THE GAS PEDAL SLOWLY-sudden pushing of the gas pedal turns off the ECO software and it stays off for minutes---3.when driving through the throttle dead spot from 20 to 40 miles per hour-PUSH THE THROTTLE DOWN SLOWLY UNTIL THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS-then simply hold that throttle position-let the transmission pull the car up the hill---4.USE … THE CRUISE CONTROL AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE-the Kia C-C is excellent but you must set it right to get the most out of it---USE THE 2 AND 7 RULE-always set your cruise control at mph numbers that end in a 2 or a 7-NEVER 0 OR 5!---5.your best highway mpg will happen at 62 MPH SET ON CRUISE CONTROL-SEE FAV-FEATURES
5,000 Mile Review
vod, Macedon, NY, 04/07/2012
2012 Kia Rio EX 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
We purchased an EX automatic to use primarily as a local runabout and occasional highway runs.
Decision came down to the Kia or Honda Fit. Chose the Kia based on better responsiveness, quieter ride, interior comfort, interior design and lengthy warranty.
Mileage has matched EPA estimates.
Exterior styling is such a personal issue that no comment is necessary.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Kia Rio EX Hatchback
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Stylish design inside and out
- Pro:plenty of standard and optional features
- Pro:long warranty coverage
- Pro:feels bigger than it is.
- Con:Engine can get noisy.
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