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Publications about self-repair and maintenance Kia car We begin Rio 3rd generation with a review of the positive and not so positive characteristics and qualities of this passenger car.

Kia Rio 3 is a front-wheel drive passenger car of the Hyundai Solaris class, Chevrolet Aveo, Volkswagen Polo. In appearance and equipment, it is aimed at young buyers. According to the developers, Rio 3 has the most optimal parameters for urban youth family car, which has the most spacious salon among "classmates", high ground clearance and a spacious trunk.

Model history

The presentation of the 3rd generation Kia Rio in the hatchback body took place on March 1, 2011 during the Geneva Motor Show, and in the sedan body in April of the same year in New York. Already on August 15, 2011, Rio 3, specially prepared for CIS conditions, began to be assembled at the Hyundai plant in St. Petersburg. In addition to the Russian Federation, the car is produced in China, South Korea, Ecuador, Indonesia and the Philippines.

Taking into account the lack of recent statistics, but if we assume that the plant in St. Petersburg produces 100 thousand Kia Rio 3 per year, then from 2011 (the start of production of Rio 3) to 2016, about 500 thousand cars of this type should be driving on CIS roads alone models.

Options and specifications

Kia Rio 3 is equipped with 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines producing 106 and 123 hp. (Chinese-made engines, service life is 150-250 thousand km, depending on operating conditions, as well as the type of transmission (engines with automatic transmission have a longer service life)). Transmission: 5 and 6 speed manual and 4 and 6 speed automatic. Ground clearance is 16 cm, trunk volume for the sedan is 500 liters (all four wheels fit), for the hatchback it is 389, curb weight is within 1150 kg, gas tank capacity is 43 liters. Acceleration time to 100 km, depending on engine power, ranges from 10.3 s to 13.6. Consumption in the city is 7.6-8.5 liters, on the highway - 4.9-5.2, in the combined cycle - 5.9-6.4 liters.

With a full range of technical Kia characteristics Rio-3 you can find in the following table.

Photo review of Kia Rio-3

Reviews and operating experience

Car owners point out the following problematic aspects of build quality and materials used:

• thin layer of paintwork, as a result of which the chips reach the primer. Most often they occur on the hood, fenders, and sills.
• There are scratches on the plastic in the interior even with minor impact.
• lack of good sound insulation(almost all cars of this class are guilty of this due to their budget).
• for models with heated seats no power regulator, which is why you have to periodically turn off the heating and turn it on again.
• air conditioning in hot weather unable to cope with interior cooling.
• Rio 3 models released before 2012 have problems with the steering rack. Due to the increased gap between some parts, a knock is heard in the steering rack. To eliminate this drawback, the manufacturer even released a special repair kit.
• owners of Rio 3 edition 2013 complain about driving to the side, as a result of calls to service centers, the defect was eliminated by replacing the power steering valve.
• due to incorrect operation of the ECU, in cars 2012-2014 there is unstable idle speed.
• most of Kia Rio 3 male owners speak negatively about the operation of the automatic transmission because of her "dullness" and "lethargy". Also, during smooth acceleration, there is a sharp gear shift, as a result of which the car jerks. During intense acceleration, the automatic transmission operates normally.
• There are no complaints about the mechanics, with the exception of not always clear gear shifting during the first running-in thousand km. After “grinding in” the mechanisms everything goes away. There were also cases when the input shaft bearing hummed.
• 80% Rio 3 with a mileage of about 100 thousand km The lift compensators start knocking, so be prepared to replace them.
• to 150 thousand km chain drive needs replacement due to stretching.
• As for the Rio3 chassis, after 2012 the car is equipped with reinforced shock absorbers and rear springs, which allowed us to achieve better directional stability. However, the suspension has become stiff, this is especially noticeable in cold weather.
• after winter frosts (more relevant to severe winters in the northern regions of Russia) “swelling” of chromium is observed on decorative elements of the body.
• some car owners have noticed "soft" windshields , on which, after cleaning the ice with a scraper, scratches remained.
• Rio 3rd edition of 2013 spotted increased gap in the area of ​​the lower edge of the right rear light and bumpers(costs of Russian assembly).
• cases have been recorded when fabric seat upholstery stretched, which spoiled the appearance of the interior.

Video reviews

We offer watch a selection of video reviews of reviews of the Kia Rio-3 in which the authors tell and show what the car is like and how it differs from competitors in its class.

Informative review of the 2012 Kio Rio. In a simple and dynamic manner, the author talks about the car's equipment, quality of materials, options and driving performance.

The next review is about the updated Rio-3 2015. The author will tell you what has been improved, changed, modified, and what remains from the previous model.

And finally, a comparison review of the 2012 and 2015 Kia Rio-3, in which the author talks with the owner of the 2012 Rio-3 about the positive and negative characteristics, advantages and benefits of the car. Conducts a detailed comparison of the exterior and interior with the updated 2015 model. The review is worth watching.

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Modifications of KIA Rio III

KIA Rio III 1.4MT

KIA Rio III 1.4AT

KIA Rio III 1.6MT

KIA Rio III 1.6AT

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Reviews from KIA Rio III owners

Kia Rio III, 2012

Advantages : exterior, interior, large trunk, price-quality ratio.

Flaws : slightly stiff suspension.

Ivan, Moscow

Kia Rio III, 2011

I waited for the 1.6 “TOP”, in black, bought it in Poltava. A car with a bright appearance and a fairly solid interior. Both the driver and the passengers do not remain indifferent. The Kia Rio III looks better in real life than in the photo. “Fog lights” look great at night. The front suspension comfortably “eats” potholes (my rating is “5”), the rear suspension is a bit harsh and suffers from karma (at a speed of 100), according to the sensations of the passengers in the rear seat. In general, the driving experience is simply the coolest. The car starts, accelerates and brakes quickly.

The car is quite maneuverable and has small external dimensions, which is a “plus” in heavy traffic for quickly changing lanes, overtaking, and parking. Noise insulation: when the engine is on, standing in a traffic jam, you can’t hear its operation (even unusual at first), there is noise under the hood and trunk lid. Excessive engine noise can actually be heard in the arches. “Shumka” is a “4 plus”. Capacity: I have a family of 4 people, two children. The height of adults is 174 cm, everyone is comfortable. From behind, no one I knew had ever rested either their head or their feet. There is enough space for everyone; everything fits into the trunk (500 l): strollers, bags, boxes. In reality, this is a big “plus” for the family.

Advantages : excellent operation of the engine, automatic transmission, brakes, climate control. Trunk. Gasoline consumption. Vehicle dimensions.

Flaws : weak paintwork. Rigidity rear suspension.

Sergey, Poltava

Kia Rio III, 2012

Pros of the Kia Rio III: excellent sound insulation. If the car is warmed up, it is simply impossible to determine whether the engine is running or not - it’s so quiet. Decent finish, good finishing materials, stylish dashboard. If the color of all the indicators were not such a dull red, but were, for example, white, green or yellow, then the car would be “luxury”, but it just looks good. The audio preparation is quite good; it consists of a two-band radio and a multi-format disc player. The doors close perfectly and do not make any loud or unpleasant sounds at all. Responsive brake system. Even on high speed very good handling. There is an overdrive mode. “Respect” to the climate control. 17.5 degrees - this indicator can be safely maintained without turning on the air conditioner, but simply with climate control. Well-functioning fan, extensive air duct system. Amazing visibility is provided by wide rear-view mirrors; they can also be electrically adjusted in a variety of ways, which adds comfort and convenience. The Kia Rio III comes with a 5-year warranty when purchased from authorized dealers.

Advantages : listed above.

Flaws : Not enough space in the back. Small trunk. Stiff suspension. Cotton steering wheel.

Gregory, Volgograd

Kia Rio III, 2011

I bought a Kia Rio III practically new in 2015, although at that time it was 4 years old and the mileage was only 6800 km. Before buying, I read reviews and was interested weak spots. According to rumors, the leather braid of the steering wheel was quickly worn out, the car was unstable with its stern at speed, the rack rattled, almost right out of the assembly line, paintwork. And all of the above did not affect me, I did not grab the steering wheel after repairing the tractor, I was up to my elbows in fuel oil, I did not fly into hatches with the suspension, I did not drive through the forest, scratching the color. Although I kept 150 on the highway for quite a long time. But here an important role is played by the 16th wheels, which are used on the Premium equipment. And even on the spare tire there is the same 16th alloy wheel. As if in reserve. That's a plus. The engine here is Chinese, but it has a long service life, they run without problems even in a taxi for 300 thousand km. Quite economical, I think 10 liters in the city. To be honest, I didn’t measure it; plus/minus 1 liter doesn’t matter to me. Now, if the consumption is higher than 13, as was the case with my Opel Astra J, then I think it’s too much. In general, to be honest, writing a review about people's car, of which there are a dime a dozen - it’s boring. Reliable, economical, inexpensive to maintain. This particular one has never been serviced by a dealer, because... they simply aren’t in Yakutsk, and it’s good that they weren’t. Changing oil and filters is not a tricky matter. Automatic on dorestayle (2011-2015) 4-speed, torque converter. Now the mileage is 59 thousand km - no problems. Although I am one of those people who have driven many cars. And for me the concept that breakdowns can happen before 100 thousand kilometers is a strange thing. The “Japanese” run and run for 200-500 thousand km. The interior is pleasant, this Premium trim level is the maximum. The presence of the stability control system gives a little confidence in driving, it works well, I played with it on the snow-covered roads of Yakutia at 100 km/h - everything is fine. The main disadvantage of the Kia Rio III is the lack of charisma. It is beautiful, but very common.

Advantages : price. Reliability. Unpretentiousness. Equipment.

Flaws : lack of charisma.

Dmitry, Yakutsk

Kia Rio III, 2015

And so, this long-awaited day came when I became the owner of the Kia Rio III. The joy knew no bounds. To some extent, the euphoria has not yet passed even after a year. But I’ll try to objectively evaluate the pros and cons: the suspension is certainly not ideal, it’s a little harsh and created exclusively for good roads. On the highway, the revs are high (3000 already at 90 km/h). The paintwork is weak, there are already a couple of chips on the hood. Now about the good stuff: the appearance is 5+. The engine is very good for a 1.4. Handling at reasonable speeds (up to 120) is excellent. The Kia Rio III's brakes allow you to slow down predictably. There is enough space both front and rear. Very nice interior for its class. In winter, the car is warm, with heated seats and steering wheel. According to the regulations, the oil is changed every 15,000, but I decided to change it to 7,500. The average gasoline consumption in the city is 9 liters, on the highway 7 liters. Lew 95th at Rosneft. The tires were standard Kumho. I ride it in the summer. I changed to an original casting, as I found a used one at a good price. There are no special complaints about it. Tires are like tires. For the winter I bought Velcro and put it on factory stamping. During the year of operation, nothing broke in the Kia Rio III. The car so far lives up to its reputation as a trouble-free city car.

Advantages : appearance. Engine. Controllability. Nice interior. Warm stove. Unpretentiousness.

Flaws : hard suspension. High speed on the road. LCP.

Vitaly, Abakan

Kia Rio III, 2012

I purchased a Kia Rio III 1.6 l manual transmission “Prestige” in white. The interior is quite spacious for a B class car. Being 189 cm tall, I still can’t sit down comfortably. This is due to the lack of reach adjustment for the steering wheel. Seats made of dirt-repellent fabric. The multifunction steering wheel is covered with “leather”, the panel is also partially covered with “leather”. The Super Vision instrument panel is constantly pleasing to the eye. All electric windows. There is an armrest, but even for my long arms it is too short. The doors have fabric inserts. Sound insulation is sufficient. I definitely won’t add more. Climate control blows. The glass doesn't sweat yet. So, we can say that it’s coping so far. The Kia Rio III interior warms up in 10-15 minutes. Pleased with the presence of air ducts at the feet of the rear passengers. They blow great. Head unit plays tolerably. Engine and gearbox flawless. Well coordinated. The gears switch on clearly. Acceleration is faster than Ford 1.6 l 105 hp. and Octavia 1.6 l. Starts easily (uses original battery). The clutch delay valve is very annoying. As soon as it gets warmer, I'll throw it out immediately. The brakes are adequate. Braking is predictable. Ground clearance 160 mm. Now there are a lot of thawed patches, but there is still enough clearance. Plus there is metal protection. The rear spring cups are low. The trunk is large. There is a full-size spare wheel on cast disk and an organizer. The feeling behind the wheel of the Kia Rio III is twofold. It feels kind of “toy-like”. The suspension is a bit harsh. And on good surfaces you get the feeling that you are driving a foreign car. I really don’t like the inclusion of lights and fog lights on the turn signal handle. It is not highlighted. And on the go you have to feel by touch to find where to turn them on. There are automatic running lights. Well, running lights it's hard to call it. With the car running, when the handbrake is lowered, the following lights come on: the dimensions and low beam headlights. Total 10 light bulbs. There is an unpleasant moment. When turning, the steering wheel turns harder to the left than to the right. At least the first half of a turn. None extraneous sound The power steering does not emit. And in my opinion this does not always happen. I opened the power steering reservoir. There are some clots in places. I will flush the system and add new fluid. If it doesn't help, I'll keep looking.

Advantages : unpretentiousness. Price. Good equipment of the car.

Flaws : There is no adjustment of the steering wheel for reach. Stiff suspension.

Nikolay, Ivanovo

Kia Rio III, 2015

This car was purchased by me in the summer of 2016. To date I have driven 35,000 km. Two maintenance official dealer. There were no problems. But you just need to immediately install “lockers” and it is advisable to “make noise” of them. In terms of price-quality ratio, in my opinion, you won’t find a better budget option. Consumption on the highway is 6.5 - 7 liters in the city and reaches 10 liters. When accelerating over 120 km per hour, the Kia Rio III behaves unstable. I tried to accelerate to 160, but I didn’t push it further, after all, this car is not designed for such speeds. The Kia Rio III suspension behaves normally, it fell into potholes a couple of times and bent the rims. In general, if you drive on a normal road, the car will last a very long time, but unfortunately we are in Russia. The car does its job well, I can't say anything bad. You just need to undergo maintenance in a timely manner. Before that, I had a Pontiac Grand Prix passenger car and a Chevrolet minibus, yes, of course, the Pontiac is much softer and more stable at a speed of 200 km per hour, but the price is correspondingly higher.

Advantages : Excellent value for money and quality.

Flaws : the suspension is a bit harsh.

Dmitry, Rostov-on-Don

➖ Rigid suspension
➖ Handling (at high speeds)
➖ Paint quality
➖ Noise insulation

pros

➕ High ground clearance
➕ Spacious trunk
➕ Design
➕ Compact sizes

Advantages and disadvantages of Kia Rio 3 sedan and hatchback identified based on reviews real owners. More detailed benefits and cons of Kia Rio K2 1.4 and 1.6 with manual and automatic can be found in the stories below:

Owner reviews

The engine is quiet, almost inaudible from the cabin when the car is warm. Quick engine warm-up (but below -20, warm up for more than 5 minutes, and this is already parking with running engine in the yard area).

Spacious trunk. Availability of USB input to the radio. Automatic with the possibility of convenient manual gear shifting (6-speed). Convenient rear view mirrors.

Throws the rear of the car on artificial bumps. There is no third headrest in the back (not critical, but still). Lack of automatic closing of doors at speed (many will say that this is a small thing). The standard crankcase protection can be replaced immediately (it is plastic, not on the OD with the setting of 2,000, versus the OD - 3,500).

Alexander Agoltsov, rides Kia sedans Rio 3 automatic 1.6 l 2015

Video review

The disadvantages are only due to factory savings. There is no sound insulation on the wheel arches and doors, but the engine is almost inaudible. Another way to save money: the floor in the middle gets very hot (where exhaust pipe passes under it) after a long trip.

The suspension settings, in my opinion, are too harsh - a tough car. Well, maybe it also slows down the engine when you release the gas (on an automatic transmission), but the first gear is slightly stretched (in my opinion) and you can feel it shifting (and in general you can feel the shifting of lower gears).

But these are not disadvantages, but because you pay attention. An unpleasant feeling and impression is created at high speeds (at speeds of more than 120 km/h on the highway), with a strong side wind the car is like skiing on ice and the steering wheel is completely weightless - not very surprising, because the car is small and light - typically urban.

Evgeniy Evseev, drives a Kia Rio 1.6 (123 hp) automatic 2016

The brakes are great, they saved you many times when some “deer” braked sharply in front of you. I was driving 140-150 along Novo-Priozerka and suddenly the road workers forgot to remove the artificial barrier, sharp braking and steering to the right saved the situation. Good music is worth it. You turn it up to full volume and it plays great. I haven't noticed any creaks or crickets yet.

The windshield is just shit, but I read a lot of reviews about it, a small pebble flies and that’s it - cracks spread all over the glass. High consumption fuel, although my 6-speed automatic shows 9 in the city in the summer.

Sound insulation could be better, although low revs The engine is almost inaudible, the noise starts after 3,500 rpm.

The metal and paintwork are too thin. In my opinion, after purchase, the car should be completely covered with film. The roof is generally like foil. The rain was heavy and on the roof it was like an elephant was playing football. Spare wheel for stamping (saved). There is no crankcase protection.

Nikolay Kazakov, drives a Kia Rio 1.6 automatic transmission 2015.

The car is more than budget. Not a car, but a complete idea - how to save money. Even the intake manifold is made of plastic. It is inconvenient to remove the battery in winter; you must first remove the air intake. Disappointed and sad.

Now, having skated for almost two years, I can add my own disappointments. The fuel level gauge lies shamelessly, and the main thing is that it is not covered under warranty. The needle may lie around 0 or even lower, but there is 10 liters of gasoline left, and it’s not clear where half a tank is.

The relay regulator is not working well. The voltage is 14.6 (too high) and they also refused to do it in a way that would meet the technical standards for the battery. These are the official instructions from dealers. Even at maintenance air filter no longer change (saving 30 seconds of work). And of course, instead of soundproofing, there’s just one name.

Sergey Ruzhiev, reviews of Kia Rio III 1.4 (107 hp) MT 2015

On this moment drove about 7,000 km in 8 months. When purchasing, I considered it and its brother, Solaris. Kia was more pleased with the design. Perhaps this was the decisive moment. In principle, there are no complaints. A wonderful machine for its price niche.

Of the advantages. It’s roomy - I have a hatch, and if you fold down the rear seat, almost everything fits. If you fold the front one, that’s it! Economical - I have 8 liters per 100 km, six-speed manual. Cheerful appearance - I have a red one. Nimble - 123 “horses” is enough for its weight. The suspension is stiff - that's it.

Crickets appeared almost immediately. One in the glove compartment area, the second in the center of the tidy. So far I haven't gotten around to taking it apart and fixing it. There's something I don't get along with the front pillars - pedestrians on the left are not always noticeable. Painting - scratches on the varnish appear practically from touching, so I wash it exclusively without wiping.

The owner drives a Kia Rio hatchback 1.6 (123 hp) MT 2016.

I like the car, the last one was the same, but in the base. The new one with the 1.6 engine is much faster, there is no such need to rev. The “dirt-resistant” interior is pleasing; with two children, it fully justifies itself. Lensed head optics shine an order of magnitude better than simple ones.

The only thing that mars the ownership of this car is poor directional stability at speeds above 100 km/h, and as a result, it is susceptible to changing course due to cross winds and the empty near-zero zone on the steering wheel.

Review of Kia Rio 3 sedan 1.6 (123 hp) with mechanics 2016

Regarding sound insulation, I can say that it is there. The engine is inaudible at idle, and the sound in the cabin depends on the road surface, speed and tires. The interior is quite easy to disassemble and in a few hours and thousands of rubles you can make a decent noise with your own hands. In stores today everything is sold and affordable.

The engine is a chain engine, super reliable and durable, I know it from the 2007 Kia Cerato (I had the same one there). Sold from real mileage over 400,000 km and is not rarely found in the city. Consumption 6.5-7.0 liters on the highway at quiet ride, 8-9 liters - city. The box is a new 6-speed automatic. Works great, shifts smoothly and unnoticeably.

The interior is simple, without any Chinese features in the form of chrome inserts and poisonous blue lighting. Everything in the car is in place: the windows are in place, the seats are comfortable and adjustable like everyone else, the steering wheel is only height-adjustable. There are heated steering wheels, rest zones for wipers, mirrors, and rear window.

The car is assembled, doesn’t squeak, is moderately comfortable, reliable, starts and drives in any weather, and is liquid at the same time. secondary market! This winter I traveled in -45 degrees. Starts with half a turn after parking in a cold garage!

Parking is very convenient due to its compact size; the ground clearance allows you to fearlessly drive almost anywhere within reason. Of course, there are things that irritate a spoiled person. For example, there is no armrest. Such a small thing, but you have to order it in an online store or from a dealer.

Review of Kia Rio 3 hatchback 1.6 with automatic, 2016.

Upon closer examination, the assembly of the car upset me - these are uneven gaps in the body elements, el. wiring on electrical tape (no hint of heat shrinkage), outright defective plastic trim panels, and the like.

Driving performance: I had read before that the Kia Rio’s suspension was a bit harsh, but I was convinced that it was just oak. Yes, the car goes through small holes and cracks on the road perfectly (the suspension swallows it up), it only makes a loud noise in the cabin, due to the complete lack of noise and vibration insulation, but on the road marked with sign 1.16 “Rough Road”, and we have this everywhere, the car jumps and dangles like a garden cart (probably due to the short stroke of the shock absorber). The suspension is oak, but at the same time it breaks through in one go, at the very first “break through” on a hole hidden under water in the cabin it creaked, what a shame it was that, having transferred from a VAZ because of creaks and rattles, I got the same thing, only in twice as expensive. In general, after a mileage of 100 km, the interior was already creaking like an old cart; with the VAZ this happened much later - after a mileage of about 50 thousand km. The seats of the second row creak, or rather the places where the backrests touch the rear parcel shelf, and the parcel shelf itself is like a rattle (you will need to glue it with something). Why??? Is the metal really so thin that the car “breaks” on uneven roads? This is an outdated "beam" rear suspension design. I read earlier that Solaris in the first releases suffered from rear suspension (the rear shook), and Kia Rio supposedly took such flaws into account, but apparently they did not go far. At a speed of 130 km/h, the car prowls, the steering wheel becomes light and not informative, while the VAZ behaved more dignified on an uneven road, the VAZ seemed to be suspended above the road, only the suspension worked, and the Kia Rio gallops like a jumper.

The Kia Rio is also dirty - it splashes on the mirrors and door handles, there is no molding on the side so that splashes of dirt on the spring road do not cover the door handles. After a trip along such a road, you can’t touch the handles so as not to get dirty, the aerodynamics are poorly thought out, the spray flies above the door handles and the car is also blown away in the turbulence of heavy vehicles, however, the same story with the VAZ.

Strengths:

• I was pleased with the trunk lighting, and the trunk itself is quite roomy

Weak sides:

• The pendant is oak and at the same time breaks through on time

Review of Kia Rio 1.6 (Kia Rio) 2012

I’ll start my review by saying that my wife actually drove the car, although I also had a chance to put a couple of thousand kilometers on it. For those who read my review about the VAZ-2112, I will say that fundamentally my approach to the car (not just as a method of transportation) has not changed, but caution has been added)) By the way, my wife also enjoys sitting behind the wheel, which, in fact, determined the choice of configuration - the most powerful engine and “mechanics”.

So, let's start, as usual, with the agony of choice. It consisted of cars price category“about 500 tr”, quite frisky, beautiful (for a girl, after all)), not microvans and not very expensive to maintain. There was also a thought about the trunk - but, as life showed, my wife didn’t really need it; it was filled twice a year with a replacement set of tires, and once more, when it was necessary to pick up friends from the airport. We sat in Rio, Solaris, Polo sedan, Wad 308 and Chevy Cruz (though both were slightly used), Lacetti, there were also some Japanese, it seems - they usually don’t linger in my head, they’re all boring, except for the Civic, perhaps, but it’s more expensive. Cruz was dropped due to unrealistic costs for maintenance and spare parts (according to various sources, maintenance cost at least twice as much as for any of the other cars on this list). Solaris seemed somehow clumsy, and the employees of the Autoreview newspaper were frightened, who noticed in the first Solaris a tendency to dance with their butts at completely “free” suburban speeds. I wanted a more powerful wad, but there are a lot of rumors about unreliability about the 150-horsepower turbo engine from Mini. Lacetti was already a bit old and not feminine at all. Well, Polo is super, of course, but the girl chose Rio - it’s livelier and prettier, and we didn’t know the problems we would face then... Now I would definitely choose Polo (preferably a hatch), in this category, or I would wait for the Skoda Rapid (the trunk of the sedan turned out to be needed very rarely, and parking in the city makes it difficult!). By the way, the automatic was very disappointing during the test drive, so we didn’t even think about it - by the time it decides to shift down, I already need to go up, because there is nowhere to change gears... it’s a pity that such an engine is disappearing!

In general, we were happy with our purchase for quite a long time! The engine is just a song, the gearbox shifts like a clock, with small lever strokes and practically no effort, even too easy for my taste (just don’t say at this point that after the VAZ everything is easy - I’ve driven different cars! but on this really is a “light” gearshift lever). The interior is comfortable, there are all sorts of shelves, drawers, cup holders, even a torpedo above beautiful and comfortable devices such as leather upholstery. All buttons are illuminated, heated wipers, mirrors, seats, climate control... everything works well. The trunk is good, your set of tires fits in without any problems.

Strengths:

• Motor
• Design

Weak sides:

• Body
• Suspension

Review of Kia Rio 1.4 (Kia Rio) 2012

Review of Kia 1.6 automatic transmission (Kia Rio) 2012

I traded in the Peugeot 308 and wanted to take something bigger (Peugeot 4007, Citroen S-crosser, etc.). Scandalous at home (due to a loan). I had to change it to something. Because the wad has already been handed over. The first thing that came across at a price of up to 700 thousand rubles (conditions: automatic, air conditioning) was a KIA RIO. The family screamed in unison when they saw him, HURRAY!!! Especially when they found out that it costs not a million rubles, but 2 times cheaper (630 thousand rubles). They didn’t like the Kia SID at all, they didn’t like the KIA Serato because it costs 100 thousand rubles more and it doesn’t matter how everything is inside and outside. It's good that they didn't argue about 1.4 or 1.6.

The size of the cabin is slightly smaller than in the 308, but not critical. The devices are visible normally. It is convenient to use the controls for both Peugeot and Kia.

Strengths:

• Dynamics

Weak sides:

• Noise insulation

Review of Kia Rio (Kia Rio) 2000

A year ago I decided to buy an AV car for $5,000. Before that there were Golf 2, Golf 3 and Passat 4.... in principle, I was looking for something from the Volkswagen family, but for the money I only got cars from 93-95 and when I looked at them, I was sometimes horrified by their condition and how much I needed invest money in them after purchase. I decided to look for something else and after 4 months of searching I found IT.....when I saw the car I was very impressed with its appearance, (although there were small dents on the body) the year was 2000, then I was struck by the engine with its ductility and the suspension was a little harsh after the Germans. The car was imported from Germany, there was 1 owner, the speedometer showed 113,000 km of original mileage. All this pushed me to buy an AV car; there was nothing better for the money...

After the purchase, I installed an alarm system, changed the timing belt (I didn’t change the rollers because they were factory and in excellent condition), the suspension cracked (everything was perfect), changed the anthers for the CV joint, oil, all filters, spark plugs, brake pads and everything..... let's go......on the highway the car drove very confidently, once, out of curiosity, I accelerated to 165 km per hour, the car just flew.... I drove 17,000 km in a year, did nothing to the car, changed the oil and added it... but on the body in a year many more small dents appeared... when you overtake a car, small pebbles fly onto the body and dents remain, if you close the door too hard, you can also make a dent (this was very disappointing) the consumption of an AV car varies from 7 in the city to 9, on the highway at a speed of 90 km per hour about 6.7 in fifth gear….

And now about the biggest drawback: one day my friends and I went to the countryside and for the first time I drove an AV car off an asphalt road (by the way, about our roads in Belarus, they are in perfect condition both in the city and outside the city, although the roads are repaired very often) I had this feeling that I was driving in a tin can, everything was shaking from cheap plastic to the rear pillars, although I was driving at a speed of 40 km per hour. The car is not intended for driving on rural roads. I would like to say about the cheapness of auto parts, there are any spare parts on our market, the prices are moderate for some things cheaper than a German, for example, when we were driving a car from Germany, the windshield was broken (there was a crack through the entire glass, our technical inspection will not miss this even for a lot of money, believe me, it was offered), I decided to seal the crack, they said 185 bucks, I was shocked and went to the market is easy to find out how much the glass costs for my car, it turned out the glass costs 65 bucks new, not original (but made in Russia, in general, many spare parts have Russian standards, they say that in the Moscow region there is a market only for Kia). Many spare parts are suitable for Ford, Volkswagen Polo , Mazda 323 (sometimes I walked around the market and just found out what was what).

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Kia Rio 3 is a representative of the B segment, which debuted in 2011. As a basis new Rio, offered by our buyer, the Chinese version was taken Kia car K2. The Kia Rio was assembled at the Hyundai plant in St. Petersburg. Sales in Russia started in October 2011.

Peculiarities

The third generation Kia Rio has become longer, wider and lower than its predecessor. The famous Peter Schreyer worked on the design. The car turned out to be modern and attractive, and many exterior details refer to other popular models of the brand. The dynamic and proportional silhouette with a strongly raked windshield appealed to buyers. In terms of sales volume, Rio is second only to its twin - Hyundai Solaris.

At 4.37 meters long, the Kia Rio is one of the largest sedans in its class. The driver received a completely comfortable position behind the wheel, and there is no lack of space either in the front or in the rear. rear seats. The trunk is very roomy - its capacity is 500 liters. In addition to the sedan, a 5-door hatchback was also offered. It is 25 centimeters shorter, which is reflected in the trunk volume, which has decreased to 389 liters.

The Kia Rio 3 also owes its popularity to its good equipment. The list of standard equipment included airbags, ABS, electric mirrors and front windows, central locking. IN top-end configuration Additionally, there were side airbags and curtains, ESP, climate control, rear parking sensors, keyless entry system, engine start with a button and a heated multifunction steering wheel.

Engines

Kia Rio III, like its brother Hyundai Solaris, was equipped with four-cylinder gasoline engines Gamma series with a volume of 1.4 and 1.6 liters. The engines were assembled in China, in the Shandong province, as indicated by the first index in the engine number - “W”.

In everyday life, it is better to give preference to a 1.6-liter unit with a capacity of 123 hp. The basic 107-horsepower naturally aspirated engine will satisfy only undemanding drivers driving mainly around the city.

Both engines have a chain-type timing drive, and the valve clearance is checked every 90,000 km and adjusted by selecting pushers.

Unfortunately, some owners of cars with a 1.6 liter engine have encountered the chain jumping by one tooth. The reason is chain stretching. Fortunately, everything worked out in all cases little blood– replacing the chain and tensioner. The cost of a new timing drive kit is about 6,000 rubles.

But another unpleasant moment occurs more often and also in cars with a 1.6-liter unit. We are talking about a leak from under the cylinder head. A gasket defect is usually detected after 60,000 km and is typical for 2012 copies. Sometimes after replacing the gasket (after several tens of thousands of kilometers), the leak is detected again. In this case, during warranty repairs at an official service center, the surface of the block and head is carefully examined, and then the head is replaced separately or as an assembly with the engine. Please note: the cost of a new one power unit in the work order - 190,000 rubles.

After 40,000 km, you may encounter another unpleasant surprise - destruction of the catalyst, accompanied by a drop in traction. The main danger is the likelihood of catalyst crumbs getting into the cylinders, which can lead to scoring. An increase in oil consumption will indicate the sad consequences. However, it is worth noting that this is not an epidemic, and some owners have traveled more than 200,000 km on the factory catalyst.

Transmission

Cars with a 1.4-liter engine were equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 1.6-liter units were equipped with a 5- or 6-band manual transmission and a 6-speed automatic transmission.

One of the common mechanical shortcomings is the difficulty of engaging first and reverse gears, especially in the cold season or on a car that is not yet warmed up. Both gears are devoid of synchronizers, but the resistance is sometimes so great that it is impossible to do without double-depressing the clutch. The only curative solution is to replace the clutch kit with a higher quality one, for example, Valeo (about 5,000 rubles).

After 30-50 thousand km, the manual transmission input shaft oil seal leaks due to a sticking breather in the box. The leaking oil gets onto the clutch disc, causing the clutch to “slip.”

The automatic transmission is very reliable. The main thing is not to neglect changing the oil every 60,000 km. There are practically no complaints about the operation of the machine. And the shock when switching is treated by updating the firmware of the control module.

Chassis

At one time, many wrote about the inappropriate behavior of the Kia Rio on bumps due to incorrect suspension settings. In 2012, the manufacturer changed the performance characteristics of the rear springs and shock absorbers, which improved the situation. However, some owners were still unhappy. Through trial and error, combinations of struts and springs have been found to achieve even more satisfactory vehicle behavior.

It is worth noting that all chassis components are quite durable, with the exception of the front ones. wheel bearings. Replacing a humming bearing may be necessary after 50,000 km. The cost of a new unit is about 2,000 rubles.

Knocks in the steering wheel today will surprise few people. The reason is trivial - premature wear of the right steering rack bushing. Comments appear after 40-60 thousand km. The cost of repairs is from 5 to 13 thousand rubles.

Body and interior

Many owners note the poor quality of the Kia Rio's assembly. The complaint concerns the accuracy of the adjustment of gaps between body elements. Traditionally for modern cars, the thin paint coating is not particularly durable - it is easily scratched and chips form. However, thanks to the complete galvanization of the body (except for the roof), the metal in places where it has been chipped is in no hurry to bloom, and there are no traces of “rusty specimens”.

The interior also contains comments about the quality of assembly and materials. In addition, over time, the plastic creaks and the steering wheel coating wears off. Sometimes, after turning on the air conditioner on a hot day, or the heater on a cold day, a crack is discovered in the plastic - under the hazard warning button. After 60-80 thousand km, the heating of the driver's seat may fail: a break in the spiral in the back or in the seat cushion.

One of the reasons for the air conditioner not turning on is the failure of the compressor clutch (from 7,000 rubles). Some cars experience a short-term decrease in cooling efficiency due to icing of the air conditioner evaporator. The disease is easy to eliminate. You just need to install an additional heater resistance costing 300 rubles.

Conclusion

The third generation Kia Rio is a very interesting offer. Modern body lines will certainly remain attractive for a long time to come. The long warranty period, low failure rate and absence of serious problems are attracting increasing interest among buyers.