I'm amazed by the power folding mirrors, led accents, push button start, and navi. KIA is really serious about putting premium features on a budget car. I'm liking this.
I work at the kia dealership where I live and I bought one of the first manual transmission Rio 5s we got about a month ago. The car looks amazing and has features I never knew I needed! It's the perfect car for a buyer who wants a small car with a lot of attitude. Fun to drive too, 4 wheel disc brakes and 138 hp feels good on such a small car although most of the power is in the high RPM range.
@WesSeid You need to remap, put in intercooler, change exhaust from manifoil to cat, bigger injectors, bigger fuel pump(maybe). and maybe replace the whole exhaust, intake plenum and everything to make it fit. You also need controll systems for the turbo to adjust the boost.
KIA has stepped up to the plate. I have been a loyal owner now for some time. I think they continue to improve on design, quality and fuel economy every year. The next overhaul has to be the mini van which seems to be behind about 3-4 yrs in my opinion. Addition of ex-Audi senior engineer shows in the nice sleek design of these newer models.
@tomadozz great choice im 17 also but dont worry they are in the cheap conumers segment meaning base model under 15 grand and btw can someone please tell me if it really can hit 140 and will a turbo ake the engine apart
I just bought this car the other day and was wondering if any of you guys know where I can get those headlights. The projector with LED style. They're not even on EBAY
why would somebody living in california need heated seats?I thought california has a hot weather all year round.The leather is good quality?Does this auto in manual mode shift as quick as a manual?
I bought it one month ago but mines the 3 doors hatcback, full body kit, 1.4, and I loved it...cost B$17 for full tank, bought it for B$18.000...Brunei dollars...but has slow ecceleration, after few moments can reach 100+ km/h....i think overall i give it 8.5/10....
This is gonna be my first car and I'm fucking stoked ! gonna buy one next month for my birthday :D and true its kinda cheap yah , but it's worth the 20k and it looks awesome .
I bought the '14 Mazda 3 iSport and I really like it but I think I should have gone for this instead. The SX 5 door with premium package or whatever its called packs everything I want and it would be the same price I paid for my Mazda. Also the warranty on this is way better than the 3year/36k miles.
I own this car and the doors sound that way for 2 reasons. 1, the windows are open and 2, its from the recording of the video. Mine sound the same in my video review.
this car looks better in person. european designer by the name of peter schreyer is the man behind kia's designs. the same designer for AUDI and VW. KIa has changed dramatically. although i got a agree with you that kia is pushing their prices up every year simply because QUality is getting alot better and people are starting noticing it. demand is getting high.
I wish it didn't have direct injection. It's not fun having to scrub intake valves. Gasoline does not flow past these valves to help remove build up like non GDI cars.
Looked at one you tube upload that had a 2013 one with all of the options; SX with the premium pkg. That one even had a heated steering wheel! Bet the sticker tops 21000 though.
Just got an '08 Kia Rio5 SX. not a bad-looking car, just needs a LITTLE more power. TBH, I wanted a Mazda Protege5, but the ONLY one in decent shape within 100 miles was sold LAST NIGHT! >.< Oh well, I'm not dis-satisfied with my Rio5, it just needs new wiper blades XD
I just leased the lx model yesterday and It's a well made car, handles like a go cart, its quick, and feels twice as good as the 2012 sentra I almost got. Its made in Korea instead of Mexicans. The 6 gears and direct injection in my opinion are the selling points. This bitch is in high demand for a reason. It's the shit. I almost had a fuckin cvt which suckssss
@subyrockz4 If you have to ask if a turbo would take the engine apart, the answer is "yes." :P Any engine can be turboed. But there are a lot of factors that go into what size turbo it can handle and at what boost pressure, etc. In general, adding a turbo to a non-turbo car is not the most practical or fiscally-sound idea. Generally much better to just buy a car that comes with one from the factory.
did you notice that hollow "clunk" sound when the door is being shut...the design is fine but fit and finish just doesn't cut it for me especially at premium trim level. I really do want kia to do well but compared to honda and mazda for example the overall quality seems cheap. the interior is ladened with low end hard plastic and those leather seats looks cheap so cheap. Take a look at mazda3, the interior of the it's lowest trim is so much better and you can notice the difference right away.
I took one for a drive today, loved it except I only like the SX and where i am the SX only comes automatic, I have nothing against auto's but the kia version sucks at the moment
If you just bought it why do you need them already? The LED's should last you the life of the car. The projectors should be available at your local auto store.
40 years ago, the U.S. laughed at Toyota. In the early twenty-first century, where there were GM and Ford Chlysler where Toyota in the U.S. home market sales. For Japanese manufacturers were needed 30 years. Kia already only 15 years to beats funny simply USA cars :)
hahaha... that dude must have really liked this new kia rio. i actually think its very attractive and well built. but changed his mind over a spare tire. he could get a spare tire anywhere. lol.
Wow... So cool and it's a Kia?! Folding mirrors, leather, moon roof, led drl, navigation, push start, and lots more... Hyundai's offers way less in their accent...
I'm amazed by the power folding mirrors, led accents, push button start, and navi. KIA is really serious about putting premium features on a budget car. I'm liking this.
I work at the kia dealership where I live and I bought one of the first manual transmission Rio 5s we got about a month ago. The car looks amazing and has features I never knew I needed! It's the perfect car for a buyer who wants a small car with a lot of attitude. Fun to drive too, 4 wheel disc brakes and 138 hp feels good on such a small car although most of the power is in the high RPM range.
One of the best looking hatchbacks out there. I would like to see them turbo it.
@WesSeid You need to remap, put in intercooler, change exhaust from manifoil to cat, bigger injectors, bigger fuel pump(maybe).
and maybe replace the whole exhaust, intake plenum and everything to make it fit.
You also need controll systems for the turbo to adjust the boost.
kia has improve. Nice designs and very affordable
Those wheels are gorgeous, although I'd be absolutely terrified of scraping them on curbs.
exactly as said on the title, detailed walkthrough. thanks for the upload.
KIA has stepped up to the plate. I have been a loyal owner now for some time. I think they continue to improve on design, quality and fuel economy every year. The next overhaul has to be the mini van which seems to be behind about 3-4 yrs in my opinion. Addition of ex-Audi senior engineer shows in the nice sleek design of these newer models.
Here in San Francisco area the SX with premium package is not available for at least another few months. Super excited to get it. Sucks i gotta wait.
Hi..can i ask u..did de rio got sparetyre?
Can u open de sunroof
way to go! i'm seriously considering getting one myself. it really looks great and very practical.
Wow! You loaded this thing to max. Very nice...
This video gives me ASMR tingles.
@tomadozz great choice im 17 also but dont worry they are in the cheap conumers segment meaning base model under 15 grand and btw can someone please tell me if it really can hit 140 and will a turbo ake the engine apart
I just bought this car the other day and was wondering if any of you guys know where I can get those headlights. The projector with LED style. They're not even on EBAY
just bought one yesterday also. i love mine as well.
just bought one on sunday love it fun to drive and economical compared to my 5.0 91 mustang and 2005 aviater this rio is awesome
Does this have Bluetooth?
Lol ofcourse, this is a fairly decent car
why would somebody living in california need heated seats?I thought california has a hot weather all year round.The leather is good quality?Does this auto in manual mode shift as quick as a manual?
wow I don't think I've seen an European version with those cool tail lights, was that an option?
Wonder hat the specs are since it is the turbo model
crdi diesel!? has rpm like a gasoline? i thought diesels only had until 6000 rpm?
I love the back end
really nice design!
Ford Fiesta stands round the corner nervously smoking hahaha!
tks. I usually take a side view. guess I missed it on this one. pls subscribe now and share with friends.
is this a slow car ? 1.4 on a light body
KIA cars are so underrated, but it's good we buy them at cheap price but not for so long !
I bought it one month ago but mines the 3 doors hatcback, full body kit, 1.4, and I loved it...cost B$17 for full tank, bought it for B$18.000...Brunei dollars...but has slow ecceleration, after few moments can reach 100+ km/h....i think overall i give it 8.5/10....
Thinking. Buying this. How. Much. For. This. Model
how much out of the dealer?
This is gonna be my first car and I'm fucking stoked ! gonna buy one next month for my birthday :D and true its kinda cheap yah , but it's worth the 20k and it looks awesome .
I bought the '14 Mazda 3 iSport and I really like it but I think I should have gone for this instead. The SX 5 door with premium package or whatever its called packs everything I want and it would be the same price I paid for my Mazda. Also the warranty on this is way better than the 3year/36k miles.
white or silver....white?
1.2 or 1.4 ?
شكد سعرها ?How much it 's costs
I love my Pro Cee'd, but the Rio looks superb too
Yes you should mate, Focus is for the locus.
i love it..
That car is not CRDI diesel. As you can see from the badge at the rear, it's a GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection). A normal petrol car.
I own this car and the doors sound that way for 2 reasons. 1, the windows are open and 2, its from the recording of the video. Mine sound the same in my video review.
this car looks better in person. european designer by the name of peter schreyer is the man behind kia's designs. the same designer for AUDI and VW. KIa has changed dramatically. although i got a agree with you that kia is pushing their prices up every year simply because QUality is getting alot better and people are starting noticing it. demand is getting high.
@kidwithAnose I got a Kia Forte SX Hatch. Love the thing. Awesome value and someone even asked me where I got my "Audi" rofl.
I wish it didn't have direct injection. It's not fun having to scrub intake valves. Gasoline does not flow past these valves to help remove build up like non GDI cars.
Looked at one you tube upload that had a 2013 one with all of the options; SX with the premium pkg. That one even had a heated steering wheel! Bet the sticker tops 21000 though.
my new baby!!
:o that's cool, the mirrors auto fold ! :) didn't know that
Just got an '08 Kia Rio5 SX. not a bad-looking car, just needs a LITTLE more power. TBH, I wanted a Mazda Protege5, but the ONLY one in decent shape within 100 miles was sold LAST NIGHT! >.< Oh well, I'm not dis-satisfied with my Rio5, it just needs new wiper blades XD
No no no no.... MY NEW BABY!
Forte, sonata, and rio are the only ones I'll take from the Korean manufacture.
Nice review.
Would've liked a full side-view... didn't see it. Mostly close-ups.
dammn it looks amazing the interior is way further than what i thought, good job kia
epic fail toyota
good point!
I just leased the lx model yesterday and It's a well made car, handles like a go cart, its quick, and feels twice as good as the 2012 sentra I almost got. Its made in Korea instead of Mexicans. The 6 gears and direct injection in my opinion are the selling points. This bitch is in high demand for a reason. It's the shit. I almost had a fuckin cvt which suckssss
I got the Bright Silver SX 5-door with premium package. LOVE this car. Check out my review on it.
@subyrockz4 If you have to ask if a turbo would take the engine apart, the answer is "yes." :P
Any engine can be turboed. But there are a lot of factors that go into what size turbo it can handle and at what boost pressure, etc.
In general, adding a turbo to a non-turbo car is not the most practical or fiscally-sound idea. Generally much better to just buy a car that comes with one from the factory.
why does the engine sound like a pickup engine ?
until you get the service bill from VW... my rio service bill was only $AU130 including labour
did you notice that hollow "clunk" sound when the door is being shut...the design is fine but fit and finish just doesn't cut it for me especially at premium trim level. I really do want kia to do well but compared to honda and mazda for example the overall quality seems cheap. the interior is ladened with low end hard plastic and those leather seats looks cheap so cheap. Take a look at mazda3, the interior of the it's lowest trim is so much better and you can notice the difference right away.
See a lot of queues from the GTI....
Not bad for a kia! :)
Can someone that bought this car tell me how much they payed to get it? Thanks
So the deal breaker was over a $50 spare tire? LMFAO.
This is like car hidden cam porn.
Lol!
all that cool stuff but NO auto dim mirror? or Homelink? hmmmm interesting
I took one for a drive today, loved it except I only like the SX and where i am the SX only comes automatic, I have nothing against auto's but the kia version sucks at the moment
Check out my detailed review on it.
Fiesta FTW
i love KIA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! .... I own a Cerato Koupe and its the best ! d buy Kia instead of a Hyundai or Toyota anyday!
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YO! Very scary video! Your good!
oh i htought its crdi. your right
love it white!
è bellissima
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@weseid thnx
Looks good should have bought one instead of a focus.
looks like there's a bit too much plastic around the car. but still a very nice job by Kia.
If you just bought it why do you need them already? The LED's should last you the life of the car. The projectors should be available at your local auto store.
40 years ago, the U.S. laughed at Toyota. In the early twenty-first century, where there were GM and Ford Chlysler where Toyota in the U.S. home market sales. For Japanese manufacturers were needed 30 years. Kia already only 15 years to beats funny simply USA cars :)
hahaha... that dude must have really liked this new kia rio. i actually think its very attractive and well built. but changed his mind over a spare tire. he could get a spare tire anywhere. lol.
@umravenow same :P but my birthday is in April ^^
swag
nice car but the interior upholstery could have been done better.
Lotta accesoires inside the car
@ericj305 hahaha... i agree!
i like those rims.
Plastic is easier and much cheaper to repair/replace ;)
Nice Gti
first rios were so ugly, my dads getting me a 2012 rio if i sell my truck :) im so excited, finally ill get amazing gas mileage lol
Wow... So cool and it's a Kia?! Folding mirrors, leather, moon roof, led drl, navigation, push start, and lots more... Hyundai's offers way less in their accent...
cool
open the sunroof !!! xD
Almost pulled the trigger for the Rio SX. I discovered it doesn't come with a spare tire. It was the deal breaker.
Kia Rio is K2
haha, a 5.0 13 Stang is my next...in 2 years..hopefully
love it and have it in brown Fifa World Cup Edition; but only the lame 1.4...
Car looks good and all but the sound it makes when you open/close the trunk and doors... ugh, sounds like a tin can.
i have a rio and my car dont sound like that
I just bought this car and love it. Check out my review on it.
I NEVER like the Rio until now. Yes, this is a cheap car, so I expect the cheap materials, but it's a darned good looking cheap car!
I own it and love it. Check out my review on it.