2004 Kia Rio RX review from Egypt
"Excellent money value"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
(Hit the wood)
just a bit noisy(air)when on the high way.
General comments?
Excellent car exceeds my expectations
i drove it for almost 51,000 km since 14 February 2004 with an average of about 400 km /day "high way kilometer"
very nice look especially the shiny black
But the rear room is a bit small, but a good car for a couple
A/C is excellent for hot countries like Egypt
it is heavy when A/C is on and you should push the motor to the limit that the A/C sensor will switch the compressor off to run or over take another car.
Stability is very good in straight I tried it till 180 km/hr may be because of the tire size 175/75 R14 because I saw other KIA Rio with tires 155/65 R13.
One main problem is the steering because itis fixed you can't tilt it"very uncomfortable some times"
Recommended Reviews:
  | Best Car I've ever owned |
| I will never buy a KIA anything as long as I live and I will warn others away from them too |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 77 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 51000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Fiat 131 |
| Date of Entry | 20th October, 2004 |