2002 Kia Rio RXV review from North America
"It's the worst car ever or a I got a lemon"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The first week we had it, the rear shocks were loose had to go fix it.
A bad egg smell came strongly to your nose, so they replace both catalytic converters.
Drivers side power window motor went bad.
Both rear wheel bearing had to be replaced.
Know both rear shocks have to be replaced.
Since new we had a brake squeal, but they say it's normal.
Paint starting to chip.
General comments?
This car is good in cross winds.
There's not a lot of leg room in the back and front.
Poor on gas mileage even if it's a 4 cylinder engine.
You can hear a lot of wind noise.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 1/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 2/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 15 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 19000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mercury Topaz |
| Date of Entry | 25th August, 2002 |