Kia Rio 1.3 Ice 5d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value -Aircon, PAS, Radiocassette, Reversing sensors. Lots of storage pockets. Plenty of adaptable load space.
Costs
Inexpensive to run-no surprise bills. Is economical on fuel.
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On the road
Driving
All controls light and easy to use, excellent all-round visibility, reversing easy with parking sensors. Garaging easy as car is narrower than one would expect-easy to manoeuvre safely on narrow roads.
Performance
Easy to keep up with traffic, deceptively quick for 1.3 to reach motorway cruising speeds and easy to maintain them although occasionally needs a downshift. Fuel consumption around 43-45 MPG out of town.Excellent braking and PAS bring confidence to drive.
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Living with it
Reliability
After 25k miles cannot fault. No problems at all.
Image
Has the styling of a much larger car but in reality is smaller than some medium family saloons/hatchbacks.
Comfort
No problems. Driving position easy. Aircon makes for cool ride in hot weather.
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Security and Service
Security
No C/Locking on this model and doors can be locked and closed while key is still in ignition-possibility of being "locked out".
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None.
Other
None.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes