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Todd in Beerbratistan, turnin' into a Kia nut like iluv
3400 miles and over all MPG average is at 27.8, over half highway driving w/ AC as usual. Have not had any problems at all and it seems to me as if the car is driving better and better each day!
Anyway congrats on the awesome deal, hope you and your son enjoy the Rio5 for many years to come!!
I still was bummed, but oh well, that's what insurance is for. It's just stuff in the end, nobody's dead.
Todd in Beerbratistan
I was wondering... is there anything i should look out for when buying the kia, like are there certain tricks the sales people will try on me to bump up prices or such?
This is my first hands on experience buying a car... any advice would be great!
Thanks everyone!!
Now I know the REAL reason the salesman bought me a steak and lobster dinner!!!!LOL
I have learned my lesson!
Kia Motors America is conducting a voluntary service campaign regarding the replacement of the radiator cap assembly on certain 2006 Rio models.
Kia has become aware that certain radiator caps installed on certain 2006 Rio models may not release at the proper pressure, resulting in a coolant leak at the upper or lower hoses.
FYI for fellow Rio owners
later in the USA? :confuse:
I'm seeing more and more of the little Rios (both the 5 and the sedan) on the road around here, popular little car. I wonder why they're so thin at some dealers...
Todd in Beerbratistan
My wife and I went to Yellowstone Park, The Grand Tetons and Jackson, WY, yesterday and I saw a 2006 Kia LX sedan in silver at a strip mall. I think it was in Jackson, WY, I don't recall which town along the way. But it looked awesome! I still am thinking about getting a Rio, we're just getting full usage out of our '01 Sportage 4x4 and still enjoying it so much it gives me ample time to study people's likes and dislikes about these new offerings.
BTW-Yellowstone is brimming with buffalo and deer and elk and plenty of bison babies grazing alongside their mommies! We got plenty of pictures. BTW, if you are the type that feels cheated if you dont get to see live bears and wolves inside the park, there's a place at West Yellowstone, MT, that you can pay a fee and go in and watch them in their natural-type habitat. We passed on it but both agreed it will be fun to come back and see later.
Yellowstone and the Tetons were stunning in their display of natural beauty. Old Faithful blew as planned and was fun to see. What a smart and wonderful idea it was to set aside this fantastic block of land for the first National Park in America. And we're only 150 miles from it!
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
It's awesome, the 2006 Kia Rio5 would make a great travel buggy for you to get here, too.
We're going to The Drive-By Truckers and The Black Crowes concert there at Jackson, WY, on August 10th. That's probably the next time we'll be coming over to the Yellowstone area. Jackson is about 140 miles from us here in Pocatello, ID. Yep, Chicago is a bit of a cruise but it'll be worth the trip! Enjoy your Rio5!
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
Btw, I had a so so experience with the Neon. I really can't wait to return it to the dealer.
1) With the seats down the hatch is very versatile, my wife and I bought a mini fridge and an area rug this weekend at lowes and moves them with a bunch of groceries in our hatch w/ the seats down.
2) Hatch has leather wrapped steering wheel and shifter.
3) Hatch has metal pedals metal trim and fog lights for a sportier look/feel.
but if you do go for the sedan you wont regret it, I have two friends with 2006 Rio sedans and they love them!
Anything beats a Neon, I had one a few years back as a second car and after many costly repairs I sold it at a huge loss. Well good luck with your new purchase (or lease).
Unless you know you are going to be moving a lot of bulky items I would go with the sedan if you are saving a few thousand by doing so. The Rio 5 is a great vehicle and Im sure you would put it to use sooner or later.
I can understand why you like the Rio 5 though.
Todd in Beerbratistan
The Drive-By Truckers with The Black Crowes looks to be my next opportunity, August 10th at the Snow King Amphitheater in Jackson, WY. I can't wait!
So you guys might be on to something here, still! Rock on!
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
2006 JDPower IQS
Ill be inpressed with reliability stats when they show up in Consumer Reports. JD Power is just a beauty contest.
Todd in Beerbratistan
1- i never saw a rio5 hatch in person yet..(i live in RURAL kansas... ) and i am wondering about the size of it? i see scion xA pretty often and aveos, it is roughly the same size as these cars?
2- i read most of the post here and the rio doesn,t seem to get as good gas mileage as yaris, xA or aveo ( which isn,t mention often??) i am looking for at least 35 mpg, is it doable with the rio? i would drive mostly highway.
3- i am putting the rio on my list of future buy (in the fall i will get a new car) because of the warranty, is it worth it to buy this car versus a nissan versa (i am really interested in that nissan) because it has a better warranty?
4- is the sitting position pretty high? or is it like the 1990's honda civic where you sit on the road and you have to CLIMB OUT of the car???? :mad:
here is my list of cars, feel free to comment or give me some advice...i am getting a litte confused :confuse:
1- rio5 hatch
2-chevy aveo hatch
3-nissan versa hatch
4- toyota yaris hatch
5-scion xA hatch
i drove a wrangler for a couple of years and recently sold my cherokee...it is A MAJOR change for me to even consider driving a small car...but i drove the aveo and the xB and the sitting position is high enough that it convince me to give them a try!!!
good to know about the gas mileage!that is my numebr 1 criteria at this point.
how about the size? comparable to xA and aveo?? i have the brochure but it is hard to tell with a picture. don't get me wrong, i think it is a really nice looking car, i love the sunset orange btw!!! looks a bit like the pontiac vibe, which i like too but a few $$$ more than i can afford.
thank you for your input on the kia...i will go to test drive a rio5 pretty soon and see if i like it !!!
Can anybody confirm this?? :confuse:
$2995 additional markup on the Rio5 is unbelievable, considering there are excellent competitors available for LESS money (MSRP) than the Rio5. For example, the Rabbit 3-door lists at only $16k including destination and 16" alloys and all the safety gear, and has much more power and is a far superior car IMO in all respects (except fuel economy) compared to the Rio5.
Here in the Kia Rio Group, you'll now see discussions like:
New Kia Rio Owners - Give Us Your Report
Kia Rio Test Drive - What Did You Think?
Kia Rio: MPG-Real World Numbers
Kia Rio Safety & Crash Test Results
Kia Rio: A/C Problems & Questions
Kia Rio: Prices Paid & Buying Experience
Kia Rio: Lease Questions
I've been moving posts fromthis main discussion to populate some of the new ones. So before youpost, please check the discussionlist to find the appropriate discussion. If you have an issue that doesn't appear to have a discussion up and running, please feel free to create one, or contact me via email withthe suggestion. For example Kia Rio Brake Questions or Kia Rio Audio & Entertainment Questions haven't come up yet, but are likely to be created at some point.
It will take a little time to break old habits for all of us, but I'll be moving posts, posting reminders, and directing traffic as we make the transition.
Thanks for you help and understanding as we slide the furniture around a bit!
http://bbs.auto.naver.com/nboard/read.php?board_id=car_korea&nid=7852
Why? Being an owner of 2 Rio Cincos ('02 & '04)I know their good cars so it didn't come as a shock to me.
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