2005 Kia Rio Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 2005 Kia Rio
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by Anonymous
Jul 03, 2012
The 2005 KIA Rio isn't the best car, but there's a few good things to say about it. It's cute, fun to drive, peppy, has in-control handling, and it's good on gas, but that's about it. It's pretty small on the inside, but if you buy a Rio you know what you're getting into. The KIA Rio is an entry-level car, so all you'll have is A/C, Power Locks, and a Radio. Going up hill is a hassle, and the interior noise is very loud. Love it or hate it though, the 2005 KIA Rio has a cute and quirky nature, and i'd still recommend it if you just need a cheap get-around car.Jul 03, 2012
by Kari S
Oct 20, 2011
This Rio is our first introduction to the Kia brand and we're very pleased! This little car has made us a solid Kia customers. It is one of our daily commute cars and our dedicated long trip vehicle. Very happy!Oct 20, 2011
by Tony R
Apr 06, 2010
great on gas , and comfy , has a pretty good sound system for stock
very gutless, poor take off. sounds like it has hamsters under the hood lol
hasnt needed much work knock on wood, and i like the colour of it Apr 06, 2010
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by Anonymous
Jul 03, 2012
The 2005 KIA Rio isn't the best car, but there's a few good things to say about it. It's cute, fun to drive, peppy, has in-control handling, and it's good on gas, but that's about it. It's pretty small on the inside, but if you buy a Rio you know what you're getting into. The KIA Rio is an entry-level car, so all you'll have is A/C, Power Locks, and a Radio. Going up hill is a hassle, and the interior noise is very loud. Love it or hate it though, the 2005 KIA Rio has a cute and quirky nature, and i'd still recommend it if you just need a cheap get-around car.Jul 03, 2012
by Kari S
Oct 20, 2011
This Rio is our first introduction to the Kia brand and we're very pleased! This little car has made us a solid Kia customers. It is one of our daily commute cars and our dedicated long trip vehicle. Very happy!Oct 20, 2011
by Tony R
Apr 06, 2010
great on gas , and comfy , has a pretty good sound system for stock
very gutless, poor take off. sounds like it has hamsters under the hood lol
hasnt needed much work knock on wood, and i like the colour of it Apr 06, 2010
by Anonymous
Mar 04, 2010
I would not recommend this vehicle. The acceleration is horrible and loses power on hills. The bumper is thin plastic over foam. Scratches very easily. I had a lot of problems with the radio and it has a lot of wind noise from the windows which the dealership was never able to fix. Also, maintenance is a major issue. You have to do a lot of expensive maintenance to these vehicles to keep them running. I was saving up to get the 60k servicing done when my timing belt stripped out. I no longer have an engine! Found out afterwards that it's a known issue and Kia will not do anything about it.Mar 04, 2010
by Katie A
Jun 17, 2009
I like that it is standard, but a little too standard! A 4 cylinder engine so if you blow one cylinder you are pretty much S.O.L. So far the only repairs we needed is tires and the 60k mile check up! Also the timing belt is an issue in Rios around 60k miles so make sure you get it replaced!
It is okay of a car if you want something cheap. Gas mileage I get roughly 25 city and 28 hwy.
The gas tank is small so it is a good and bad thing...Good when you don't have to spend a fortune to fill it, but bad that the gas goes too fast!
Also my car idles really loud and vibrates!Jun 17, 2009
by Cath L
Oct 25, 2008
love my little rio it is cheap to run very comfortable to ride in for a little car. If I could afford it I would have a sports car but for price and reliablity this is great and it sits 4 quite comfortabley have done 46000 klms and no problemsOct 25, 2008
by Lorraine S
Sep 09, 2008
je ne l'aime pas c'est fait cheap et ca brise tout le temps je ne recommande pas d'acheter un Kia il a des model plus beau et plus performant a mon gout a moi je recommande Chevrolet ou même une autre marque que Kia mon prochain achat ne sera pas une auto neuveSep 09, 2008
by Christine P
Jun 24, 2008
I bought this car in a hurry because the head gasket had gone on mine and I was driving to Malaga the next day to collect the familly!!!!!! Jun 24, 2008
by Roger M
Apr 06, 2008
Déjà 70 000 km à l'odomètre. Pas de problème majeur. Bonne tenu de route. Déjà fait 1 790 km dans la même journée avec.Apr 06, 2008
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2005 Kia Rio Pricing
Original MSRP
$10,735 to $12,240Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
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N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent