2001 Kia Rio review from North America
"Piece of crap on wheels!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Oil pan gasket had a hole in it when I bought it found this out with first oil change.
I have had 7 set of spark plugs and wires.
It does not like to start when it rains.
I had the windshield wipers linkage and arms replaced.
The engine jerk between 1st and 2nd gear.
The car itself shakes horribly when you go over 50mph.
The passenger side lock doesn't work half the time and the gas gage is wrong.
General comments?
This is the worst car I have ever owned. I feel bed because my parents bought one the year after I did and they have nothing, but problems with thier's also.
I can honestly say that there is not one good thing to say about this vehicle.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 0 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 2 miles |
| Most recent distance | 39000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda CRX |
| Date of Entry | 21st August, 2003 |