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Kia Rio Hatchback (2001-2005) review

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Parkers overall rating: 2 out of 52.0

At a glance

Price new £5,883 - £9,698
Used prices £370 - £1,925
Road tax cost £255 - £415
Insurance group 6 - 11
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 317 - 436 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Styling, ownership package, price.

CONS

Coarse engines, feels cheap.

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

Medium-sized car for supermini money and there are some great special offers around. Simple, basic transport with a good aftersales package and plenty of equipment. Re-sale values are low, but most owners keep them for long enough not to mind.