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2018 Kia Rio consumer reviews

$13,900 starting MSRP
side view of 2018 Rio Kia
(62 reviews)
87% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.5
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Excellent value

New car, highly rated subcompact, very affordable car with very good gas mileage and drives very smoothly (excellent performance and reliability). Excellent warranty provisions provided by the manufacturer, Kia.w

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My Love Car

Its my dream car! It has loaded with all perks of technology, seats are very comfy. Interior and exterior design is very cute and impressive! Performance and comfort is excellent! Just the right size for me! I enjoyed it very much!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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New Experience

This vehicle has been easy to manage, drives smoothly and surprisingly spacious. It has been a wonderful joy to drive thus far and I look forward to many years of greatness.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

I have the new Rio S. Very nice little car. Drives well, looks smart and feels good to drive. My first KIA and so far I'm impressed.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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best for the buck

Great little car, excellent gas millage, excellent warranty. We bought the car new and have not had any problems or concerns. Low price, high quality.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A great little package of all you want

This car combines excellent gas mileage, responsive handling, updated styling and trip-worthy comfort in one affordable package. Why would you drive anything else? I love it more every time I get in and go.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great little car with an excellent price tag.

I really love to sportiness that the RIO 5 door offers. Got one in red, which I've never done before. It's got a spark to it and it's great on gas.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Top Subcompact for a Great Price!

I purchased a 2018 Kia Rio (manual transmission) new last week, and am very happy I did so. It compared very favorably to the Honda Fit, and comes at a lower price, with a much better manufacturer warranty. If you're considering a subcompact, you owe it to yourself to test drive a Kia Rio!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Beyond Ecstatic About My Purchase Experience

I am the type of person who buys a car and drives it for years to come, so it?s safe to say that the vehicle...and dealer...selection process is not something that I take lightly. Last month found me in that very position, having come to the realization that it was time to make that almighty purchase. After doing a fair amount of research based on today?s auto market and Kia dealers in my area, I submitted an online request to be contacted. I was ready to proceed with finding...THE ONE! Representatives from three dealerships reached out to me. While all three were very responsive and eager to ?steer? me in the right direction (pun intended), one committed soul far exceeded my expectations. That committed soul was Michelle Ohler of Weston Kia Buick GMC in Gresham, OR. You see, Michelle paid close attention to all the specifications that I had indicated I was seeking. Better yet, she never lost sight of the budget I had to work with. It was clear that she realized the significance this purchase held for me. While at the dealership, I observed that Michelle?s practices and philosophy are actually what I am affectionately referring to from this point on as ?The Weston Way.? As I drove home in my beautiful 2018 Kia Rio LX, I could not help but reflect on what a positive experience this had been! ~Liz B.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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So far so good

Gas mileage is better than expected averageing at 42 miles per gallon. i was told it had blutooth... it does not

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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