2004 Kia Rio: Overview
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2004 Kia Rio ▼
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- MSRP: $9,740 -$12,240
- Invoice: $9,335 -$11,685
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- Fuel economy
Cons
- Acceleration
- Noise
- Rear-seat room/comfort
Vehicle Highlights
Standard alloy wheels for the wagon version is the 2004 headline for Kia's entry-level subcompact line. Among the least-expensive cars on the market, Rio comes as a sedan and as a wagon. Kia calls the wagon the Cinco. Both have a 4-cyl engine. Manual transmission is standard, automatic optional. ABS, air conditioning, power windows, and power door locks are optional. Side airbags are unavailable. Power steering, tilt steering wheel, and a CD player are optional on the sedan and standard on the Cinco. Kia is owned by Hyundai, and both South Korean automakers share warranty coverage: 5-years/60,000-mi. basic, 10/100,000 powertrain, 5-years/unlimited roadside assistance.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Base sdn, man. Rating | Compact Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel Economy | 6 | 6.6 |
| Ride Quality | 5 | 4.4 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 4 | 5.3 |
| Quietness | 4 | 4 |
| Controls | 5 | 5.6 |
| Details | ||
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 3 | 5.1 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 2 | 3.9 |
| Cargo Room | 2 | 3.9 |
| Value within Class | 1 | 5.6 |
| Total Score: | 36 | 48.4 |
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