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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 Rio, so we've included reviews for other years of the Rio since its last redesign.
Peppy Hatchback!
Saif A., 07/10/2021
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
53 of 53 people found this review helpful
These cars are indeed a dying breed. Everyone wants an SUV or a sports car, so the hatchback segment has been shrinking in America. In Europe its a different story, hatchbacks are everywhere...but I don't live in Italy, I live in L.A. so here are my thoughts. The Hatchback version is the one you want. The sedan is a smaller, uglier Forte, so avoid it. The power is average for the segment, and so is the comfort. If you're looking at this car for superior driving dynamics, or superior speed, keep looking; this isn't the car for you. The legroom is fantastic (I'm 6 foot 4) and so are the simple a/c and temp controls. The hidden gem here is the touchscreen and WIRELESS Apple Car Play/Android Auto. Thats standard with the car. The hatchback is tiny and you can park anywhere in L.A. with it. The seats fold down if you need to shlep a bunch of gear around. Can't beat the 5 year 60k mile bumper to bumper warranty; 100k drivetrain. That makes me feel good knowing if something goes wrong, Im covered for years. I think its the best bang for the buck out there. Oh yeah, its one of the few new cars available for under $20k. I love it.
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Excellent commuter
Walter, 06/11/2020
2020 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
115 of 118 people found this review helpful
Pros: It's sharp and comfortable, regular 37-39 MPG in town, only paid $15,900 new, the infotainment system is pretty good and responsive despite the price. Cons: It gets blown around on the freeway, there needs to be a mode between normal and sport for the freeway, no keyless entry or cruise on the base model. I purchased the base LX with floor mats as the only option. It reminds me of a cross between my mother's 2005 Honda Civic and my old 2003 Saturn S-Series. All are simple, durable, and go-kart like. It get great gas mileage, and does the trick for commuting. The IVT doesn't have the typical CVT drone, and honestly it's fairly peppy for the segment. There's more front driver room than in my old Chevy Malibu. However, you'll wrestle with it on the freeway. It doesn't track great about 65 mph, and gets blown around by wind and semi-truck wake. Being used to small cars (Saturn, Metro, Cobalt, Cavalier), I did get used to it. Cruise control and big tires would help. It was one of the cheapest new cars on the market. It's not the best at everything. The Honda Fit is roomier, but terribly cheap on the inside and much pricier. The Ford Fiesta is way more fun to drive, but the reliability is awful (I'd own one if it didn't have such a bad transmission). The Nissan Versa is made by Nissan. The Yaris is cool looking, but pricier. The Mirage is equally as basic and cheap, but terrible to drive. The Spark is terrible all around. In the end, it's not the best, it's just the perfect medium spot for price, feature and comfort. I'll be sure to drive it into the ground.
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One of the most economical non-hybrids available
Brent, 03/13/2022
2022 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
70 of 72 people found this review helpful
I'll start by stating that I live in Los Angeles County. The quality of roads around this massive metropolitan area ranges from very good to pretty poor (meaning pothole-ridden and full of large cracks). If you live in an area with constantly terrible roads, you may find the suspension tuning to not be soft enough for the constant beating, but I suspect that 90% of buyers will be plenty content with the suspension...certainly more so than its larger cousin, the Kia Forte with its very choppy suspension tuning over even modestly bad pavement. Overall, the suspension tuning and ride comfort is decent to good; certainly better than the thrifty price tag would suggest. It might be a little too firm for some over *really* bad pavement due to the front strut/torsion beam rear setup, but the car *does* remain composed and well-controlled at all times. If pavement conditions are fair to good, you'll find this vehicle to be quite comfortable for both city trips and long journeys. Fuel economy is where this vehicle really shines; it is fantastic for a non-hybrid. Official EPA ratings are 33 city/41 highway, but I've been consistently averaging 34-35 city/43-46 highway. DO NOTE that your fuel economy gauge in the insturmentation cluster may read something higher than what you'll actually get at the pump (a weird oversight by Kia). Mine constantly displays 36-39 in the city and 45-50 on the highway, which is 1-3 MPG too generous over real-world fuel economy. My driving style is generally leisurely but I will punch it a bit, here and there. 70-75 MPH on the freeways; sometimes closer to 80 MPH, and there are a decent number of hills in my area. Some folks may be concerned about the CVT's performance, but the CVT in the Rio and the Forte uses a chain instead of a rubber belt. Unlike most CVT's, there's no weird lag, awkward pulling sensations or delays with acceleration throughout the power band...very consistent and predictable power. Acceleration is solid and if you really need the extra power, you can either switch the transmission to sport mode and/or manually shift the simulated fake gears to quickly get up to highway speeds. Honestly, I cannot really tell the difference between Kia's CVT (IVT as they call it) and a traditional automatic transmission. While you won't be beating anyone in a 0-60 race, you'll certainly have more than enough power to keep up with both city and freeway traffic without having to floor the accelerator. Front seat room is quite generous for a subcompact and comparable to that of a large compact. Front seats are on the slightly firmer side but are still pretty supportive and comfortable for most. Thanks to an outward-shaped design of the interior door panels, Kia was able to crank out a few centimeters of space to make the cabin feel just a bit more spacious. Rear-seat leg, shoulder and head room is ample for 2 adults sitting behind 6 foot adults, but 3 adults in the rear is a very tight squeeze. Despite the narrow wheelbase, the car feels surprisingly composed at highway speeds, with fairly precise on-center steering accuracy and none of the constant overcorrecting that has plagued many subcompacts on longer road-trips on the freeway. Steering feel is a bit numb, but the accuracy is certainly there; you know exactly what your wheels are doing and is what you want in a city commuter or long-distance cruiser. Ergonomics are excellent; the controls are well-placed, easy to use and quite intuitive with old-school knobs, switches and buttons. Gauges are easy to read and attractive. The 8 inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple Car Play works great, and the 6 speaker sound quality is quite good for what is supposed to be a budget system. The rear camera quality is quite clear on the infotainment display. The trunk will fit 2 large suitcases and another carry-on with enough room to spare for extras. Really, Kia is almost doing a public service by offering a composed, refined, fuel-saving car that has good driving dynamics, looks attractive enough and is roomier inside than some larger compacts for what is a total bargain these days, then backing it up with their 100,000 mile powertrain/60,000 mile comprehensive warranty.
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small wonder
Aman, 10/01/2020
2020 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
26 of 26 people found this review helpful
Note this is a budget car but you are also getting apple play touch screen, great for beginner drivers to college students whom need something that fits there daily budget. I personally bought this for my Parents whom don't like fancy gadgets in today's vehicles. This was the best buy with less gadgets.
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2022 Kia Rio
FCampbell, 12/22/2021
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
34 of 35 people found this review helpful
I love this little vehicle. I had a 2007 Kia Rio and this one has all the bells and whistles that I always wanted that one to have. Very comfortable and loaded with fun features. Best car on the market for the money. 45 mpg so far, not too bad.
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Exactly what I was hoping for
Craig R., 08/16/2022
updated 05/10/2024
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
UPDATE: Almost two years and it's still exactly what I wanted/needed. Mileage has settled in at about 44 mpg combined. Have had it on road trips to Montréal, Toronto, Detroit, Chicago, and New Orleans. Not a single problem thus far. Have had my 22 Rio Hatchback (with tech package) for 2 months now with one decent road trip under its belt. I have no delusions of grandeur here- hey it's an economy car. But I've been extremely satisfied thus far. On a road trip to Montréal and back- all freeway mind you- I averaged 47 mpg while driving about 5 mph above the speed limit and just some luggage and me in the car. Comfort is fine, acceleration much better than I expected. Sound system is better than that of the Kia Sportage I traded in for the Rio. The one thing I want to stress to anyone considering buying this little car- GET THE TECH PACKAGE. Car would be FAR too bare bones without it. I have it- for US$1800 it includes disc brakes all around, LED headlights, alloy wheels, keyless ignition, nicer trim, Sirius XM radio, automated temp control system, and a BUNCH of safety features including such things as lane keep assist, driver attention warning, lane follow assist, and forward collision warning. The only negatives- it sits VERY low- not the car for you if you're someone who likes to flop down in a seat rather than ease into your vehicle. Also you have to be aware of things such as pulling too close to parking blocks- and you're not going to see much of what's ahead other than the car or truck in front of you. I also would liked to have had a telescoping steering wheel but that's not available. Overall I am completely satisfied thus far.
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Great subcompact!
Vetro, 11/20/2021
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
Cool little car, fairly comfortable (I'm 6'2"). Wish it had telescopic steering wheel, but you adjust. Plenty of power for its size. Handles great, fun firm ride. I like the exterior design, and the interior is simple and attractive. The 8" touch screen is great, and Apple CarPlay sounds amazing. For the price this is a really solid little car.
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Best compact for the buck
Dan Lee, 03/28/2022
2022 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
I have a 2010 Rio LX and it was day and light difference. The 2022 Rio LX is also the base model but much roomier than my old one. Driving stability is significantly better and even better gas mileage at 36-41 mpg. I don't need any extra option so at $17225 MSRP it is quite low in today's inflated car market. I actually went to see a used 2020 Kia with 53k miles at another dealer they asked $16500 which is crazy to me.
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2022 Kia Rio 5dr S (1.6l) IVT
Nicholas T, 07/04/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
2022 kia Rio Pro's Looks for an economy car Fuel economy 36-38 city & 40-42.5 highway cheap maintenance 6 speaker audio system, nice for what it is spare tire & jack Con's Nothing... Kia is doing the people a public service by making an affordable car that achieves phenomenal mpg yet is chuckable around corners. Overall, As of now sitting at 3,108 miles I am very pleased with my Rio especially the hatch (more stable) and the gas mileage. The CVT (IVT) performs exceptionally well and wouldn't tell it apart from a traditional torque converted automatic. Lastly, I would change the transmission fluid & filter every 30k miles (helps cvt from over heating) Then change the oil every 3-4k miles with a Kia genuine oil filter and either Total Quarts or any 0W-20 grade oil that meats OEM spec. Best of luck future Rio owners!
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Loud cabin
Th, 08/31/2021
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I drove a rental quite a bit. Power was good.lt got 44 mpg, which surprised me. Air conditioning was fine. The beefs- too loud on all but the smoothest roads. Only the Fiat was worse. Non-telescoping steering wheel.
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Great value and best looking sub compact car.
Anthony, 06/08/2020
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
Designed by the same German chap who designed the Audi TT coupe. It’s shape is more sophisticated than the goofy wedge shaped Honda Fit and others in this category. Great interior and infotainment system. Great second car for zipping around town etc.
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Satisfy
N. Tenamo, 03/15/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
We love our small Rio Hatchback. It’s meet our needs and we can’t be more satisfy with the gas mileage.
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So happy with my Kia Rio!
Ciccia, 07/21/2021
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
The care is pretty well equipped for such a small vehicle, and it's great on gas mileage. I have a back issue, and with a cushion, I'm fine. It doesn't have a very powerful engine, but steers and responds well. AC is great. As a conveniently-priced car for running around town, it's perfect...just what I wanted as I sized-down...and it's cute! Very pleased with my purchase.
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Great commuter car
Vinny , 04/15/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I am 6'2 220 lb this car is huge inside gets 41 miles to the gallon and it's fast and it's comfortable it's a great commuter car not much more to say if you can find one and you need a commuter car buy one
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I love my new car!
SkaterPHX, 05/18/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Handles great, feels like a peppy little car even though HP only 120. I can see over the dash, important for a petite person.
Great Entry Level Car
Dan, 02/01/2021
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for my mother who was used to driving very basic cars. I bought a 2020 S model in Jan of 2021 for under $14000. You can't even get close with any other manufacturer. It's not the best car in the segment but it's great for he price. It should also be very reliable which is my main concern. Also, Kia and Hyundai have by far the easiest infotainment system which is great for older people. So far I've driven it a few weeks for the break-in period before I give it away. It's freezing outside and I'm still getting 35mpg in mixed driving. The car is very peppy around town and surprisingly quiet. I also have a 2019 Jett and the Kia is just a quiet around town and the highway. As other's have described, the car does get blown around on the highway more easily than other cars... mainly due to the light weight. It's something to get used to but not a deal breaker. Otherwise, the car is solid over rough pavement; it sounds decent when accelerating; and it reacts quickly to throttle input. The only major downside is the the hard plastics everywhere... Kia could have at least put some soft material on the door to put your arm on.... but at least they put a decent armrest in the middle which actually manually extends out.. nice plus. Otherwise, for the money this car is awesome.
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Great car
Kurt Kuhnwald , 04/05/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a great car with all the features I need.
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Love my rio
Jennifer , 09/29/2022
updated 01/30/2023
2022 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Nice reliable car good on the freeway and i made a few trips always get 55 mpg on the highway comfortable good on gas the transmission feels smooth driving it handles great on the highway not much wind noise and the engine is not loud I’ve had this car for 9 months I got this car in the base lx trim it does not have cruise control but I don’t care because I don’t like cruise but a impressive car for $17k this is like the ultimate car I’ve had from driving basic cars of the 33 years of driving and yes this is my first brand new car I bought update the car is still doing great at 6,000 miles still drives great and transmission still shifts smoothly I would highly recommend the 2022 kia rio or 2023 kia rio and if your looking in the used car market and looking get the 2020 rio i had a 2020 kia rio as my rental car in my trip to Los Angeles and the 2020 rio did great but it has a different facelift and a smaller infotainment screen update January 22 I got a 2023 Kia rio s in currant I still have my 22 lx both cars are great January 26 I just putted 7,000 miles on my 22 rio lx still doing great I putted 550 miles on my 23 rio s I hope both of my Rio continue to be reliable as the mileage increases on both of them
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A Kia Rio for mio!
Columbus father and daughter., 08/24/2020
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Kia Rio S gives tremendous bang for the buck and also has excellent safety features and a wonderful warranty.
Wonderful car
Shania Peters, 02/11/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Great on gas. This is the first new car I bought and I absolutely love it.
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good bang for the buck
kp, 03/11/2023
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The technology package is worth it. My only complaint is road noise. I am concerned that the paint on the front seems to chip easily and have read about Kia paint problems. All in all I think the 20k that I spent was worth it.
Plenty of pep
Doug, 11/01/2021
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Great little car looks and styling. Very responsive!
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Bang For The Buck
gonz, 12/30/2020
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2020 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
So I went to my Local Kia Dealer and they were having a End of Year Sale. I was not really looking to buy a car. But they gave me a great deal; I traded in my 2018 Ford Fiesta SE Hatchback 24,000 Miles Paid Off and a Check for $5,500 and got a new 2020 Kia Rio LX S. It had 20 miles and I financed it thru my credit union at an interested rate of %2.14 My monthly payment is $170.00 per month for 36 months. Also The car drives nice and more room than the fiesta. I got the 10 year 100,000 warranty and got upgraded my car for good value. I do recommend the 2020 Kia Rio. have had the Kia 13 months. I had a problem with the Electrical System; Kia motors gave me a rental car and repaired the Cluster. For the price I paid. I am one happy camper As of 7-5-2022 I have $15,000 miles and the Kia works great. currently i have 20,000 miles on my kia rio i have about 3,500 miles until my next oil change the dealer offered me $14,500 if i traded it in for a 2023 Kia Rio for $5,822 OUT THE DOOR But I said no as of today i have 24,550 miles on Kia Rio no issues
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Loving it
Tyler, 01/09/2021
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
For the accessible price point this beauty has a lot of features and is really nice to drive. In a nutshell I would describe it as Incredibly fuel efficient but surprisingly nimble. I've upgraded from my 2007 Toyota Yaris to the 2020 Kia Rio5 and its incredible to see what's become standard in 13 years of car improvements. Tons of gadgets from rear view camera to automatic headlights and wipers and during the Canadian winters who couldn't mention the heated seats and steering wheel. It even has a sport mode button which makes acceleration surprisingly quick. I was prepared to dish out more money for a new car, initially looking at vehicles like the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Venue but found that I preferred this over them even when disregarding the price comparison. I decided maybe more money doesn't mean better car, so I tried the Nissan Micra and Mitsubishi Mirage next and realized that it turns out the Rio is just an outstanding car in it range. Take one for a test drive and you'll see the difference yourself.
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excellent commuter
steve, 02/21/2021
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought the car to drive back and forth to work and keep from being ate alive by gas prices in my pickup. I drive approx. 36 miles round trip every day and in the summer months when not allowing the car to idle and warm up I avg. 44mpg. Winter time when I let it warm up for 5 or 10 minutes, I avg. 39mpg. Now the car is cheaply made and has its space issues, but what do you expect out of a brand new car under 17 grand? If you want a good gas getter for commuting this is the car for you.
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Liked it until it was stolen twice
snowraven75, 01/26/2023
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I liked it until it was stolen twice. They do not connect the alarm system to the rear windows so they smashed each one in when they stole it both times That said with the seats down I put my new bike it with the seats down. I also drove from STL to Frankfort KY and got almost 55 mpg highway. So gas millage is great. Don't buy until they fix the immobilizer problem it is a thief's dream
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2020 Reo
Julie , 02/04/2020
2020 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
45 of 73 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2020 Reo and am a little surprised at some of the safety features it doesn’t have. Maybe not real important to some. The doors do not auto lock when you drive but yet will unlock when you park it. The dome light does not dim down when you get in the car , it just shuts off . I go to work in the dark and come home in the dark, those two things might not be important to some but are to me. Funny thing is my manual says it locks when put in drive and that the dome light has a 30 second delay. The dealership just laughed and said nope! A few things to look for when thinking about the 2020 Reo
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The best car on the road
Al Garra, 11/19/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
33 mpg stop and go, open road 44, very fast off the light like a rabbit, back seat down space is very large, low to the ground and wide wheelbase keeps the center of gravity very low very happy. Could use a Tele spoking wheel, padding on the armrest, rides a little hard because of high tire pressure.
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Sweet ride, wife loves to drive it.
Jeff Grabill , 11/21/2020
updated 05/24/2021
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This little gem has plenty of power. Fun to drive. Well built, great driver access to everything. Wife wishes seat on drivers side would have more vertical rise.
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Nice Little Car
Jmgomets, 05/09/2021
2020 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Upgrade to get Cruise Control, remote locking doors
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Gas saver
USAF RETIRED, 05/06/2023
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Fuel efficient/decent ride for the price. You get what you pay for folks and with this vehicle, in my opinion, you do get your moneys worth. Like most cars, as long as you stay on top of the required periodic maintenance, checks/services your Kia will provide years of trouble free service. This goes without saying but always ensure you stay on top of your cars scheduled maintenance/service. Things like tire pressure, engine oil/air filter changes etc..can have an effect on how your car handles/burns fuel. Only issues I had with my KIA was steering control on the highway. If you are going 65mph plus and/or dealing with windy conditions you will be pushed around. Keep a good grip on that steering wheel. Also, like most compact cars, not a car for tall people. I'm 5'4 so not a problem for me but tall people? You will not be comfortable. More so on long drives. Check recalls! Two safety recalls on this year, make and model. Brake master cylinder and steering wheel column bolt. A bit off topic here but, new or used, always do your due diligence/research before spending your hard earned money on a car. Factory/dealership warranties may sound very reassuring but you have to consider how your local dealership/shop work recalls/warranty repairs when they show up at their door. If they acknowledge that the issue is under warranty, great. It's when you may get a bad dealership service dept manager where you may face an uphill battle. And even if they don't fight you on the warranty repair, you could be without a vehicle for a considerable amount of time given the ongoing issue in sourcing vehicle parts. This may not pose a problem for a two car household but it can be a problem if it is their only car. Some dealerships can be a royal pain in the backside in getting them to work warranty. Always remember to take any recall/warranty documents with you to the dealership. Manufacturers are supposed to notify/keep dealerships up to speed about vehicle recalls/warranty work but as the saying goes; "Better to have and not need, than to need and not have." SO, take your cars warranty/any recall information with you to the dealership. You may get the deer in the headlight look from a service manager/service rep when you mention the word WARRANTY. Can't say I blame them too much for playing dumb. Manufacturers dont compensate the dealership service shops well for warranty work. And good luck in getting a rental if your vehicle has to stay at the shop for longer than 24 - 48 hours. From personal experience in my neck of the woods some dealerships have done away with their loner/rental fleet due to overhead costs and other troublesome issues they may have been having with this service. Lastly, this is the web link to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration page. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls. Good website for vehicle recall/safety information. Please drive safe out there folks/take care! The life you save may be your own.
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💡Ideal
Found, 12/26/2020
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Very useful and all features you would ever need
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2020 Kia Rio LX 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 16 people found this review helpful
I'm confused why kid would make a fast sporty little car and put weak rims with flabby little tires and tiny little shocks that don't absorb any potholes , 15-in rims are the perfect size to fit right inside of a pothole and bend with perfect triangles in the rims the car is otherwise awesome one major flaw I left out is when you open up the trunk after it rains or you wash your car all the water jumps right into your trunk onto your carpet major flaw for 2020 shouldn't have made it through. It makes headlights on them for a 20/20 shouldn't make an option between good headlights and poor headlights should just put in quality first. Kia gives you an option crappy headlights or good headlights should only be good. Quality first especially when it comes to safety safety if you can't see you can't drive<br>
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Great Car
jd, 08/26/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Love the vehicle
Death drap
Chris, 05/21/2020
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
18 of 68 people found this review helpful
Extremely hard to keep on the road due to wind .
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My little zippy
Larry c, 06/07/2023
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my little zippy back and April of 2021 even though I only have 2,700 miles on it I really love driving that car I call it little zippy because when I push that sport button I've got all the power I need when I'm on the highway or city streets, I find it to be a fun little car to drive it's true you don't have much room the space in the back the whole stuff but I don't have a bunch of little ones so I don't have to worry about that much. The dealership that I bought it from allows me to go in there anytime that I want and get it free car wash got to love that! And the great mileage I get out of it, I'm already thinking about getting a new Kia forte when they come out.
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Ooo! Baby! I love my Kia Rio❣️
Marina , 08/20/2022
2022 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
My Kia Rio drives so smoothly.
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will not buy again
haddy, 07/15/2021
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 17 people found this review helpful
I bought this car to commute to work. I was told was good on gas -- not really. I drive city and highway to and from work and I'm filling up almost every week driving the limit. i took it to back to dealership and they can find anything wrong with it. It is not stable especially on the highways and bridges ( i go ove the bridge twice a day and when its windy I have to go extremely slow for fear of being blown off ) However, the interior is fine and it is a cute little car.
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Rio sport
Donna, 06/06/2020
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 40 people found this review helpful
2020 small. no room in back seat .. Trunk space is ok . I only had it 1 week .. And driven it 4 time it was full and not on half a tank . I thought it looked sporty. Which it does. Like the car/blue color. But will not buy one again will go back to Kia forte . rides great and low to ground . I don't understand the mpg say 52.0 which I think is not right. So I am going to fill it up when empty. To see cost to fill up forte was 25.00. I come back in A month ...
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Great gas mileage.
Marco, 05/28/2023
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just had an accident due to rain. The side bags deployed as to save my life. Miss the car. Will get the same model newer.
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GO GO GO
Ron, Detroit Michigan, 09/21/2023
2020 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I like my 2020 Kia Rio, on every trip from Florida to Detroit Michigan, I set the cruise control on 70MPH the car gets between 55-62 miles a gallon of gas, on the i-95, i75 ect. In town never less than 38 MPG
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Awesome
B masters, 11/17/2023
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Traded my soul in almost 3 yrs ago, I thought I'd never have another SEDAN again but I love this car it's perfect for me and the gas mileage is awesome, went to Florida and trip was almost 1600 miles on $120, now that was awesome
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Perfect car but mine has a small electrical issue
Xavier Rogers, 03/09/2025
2021 Kia Rio S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car is perfect, great on gas, has sport mode and looks good. My only issue is that mine failed to crank 3 times since I've owned it. I bought it in July of 2021. But this issue is nothing a fully charged battery jump box won't fix. That's why I keep mine fully charged in my trunk at all times. I have 88,000 miles on mine. Also, my speakers blew in February 2025. Taking it to the dealership at the end of the month to get that serviced. I ride with my music basically on full blast 24/7 so no hard feelings here.
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