2016 Kia Rio Reviews

3.8 out of 5 (8 reviews)
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Meh

Very loud. Cheaply made. Slow to warm up in cold weather. Uncomfortable seats. Handles poorly on wet/icy/slick roads.

Pros

  • Fuel Economy: Gets decent gas mileage, although not what was advertised.
  • Interior Space: I guess if I am forced to select a 2nd "pro" then I would say it has more leg room than you would expect from a smaller car.
  • Styling: Again, being forced to select a 3rd "pro", then I would say it has two-tone interior that I do like.

Cons

  • Ride and Handling: Rough ride. Just not a lot to say other than I am disappointed in how it rides.
  • Cabin Noise: Very loud inside the car. Windows sound like they are not sealed. Doors echo when shut like there is no interior to them. Floor board and ceiling "echo" & "pop" as if there is nothing there but thin sheet metal.
  • Weather Versatility: Car handles very very poorly on even barely wet roads. It is a white-knuckle ride with any moisture on the road as the car tries to hydroplane and feels like it is never under full control. I am dreading actual winter and ice.

Very stylish for a sub-compact

I was in the market for a sub-compact and considered all the usual suspects, but I was smitten with the sedan's good looks. In my opinion, it's a sharper looking car than any in it's class, with the ...

Not happy

The Sound system is bad- the worst ! It has no compartment for change, sunglasses etc. wish I would’ve got something else.

Pros

  • Seat Comfort

Cons

  • Ride and Handling

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Kia Rio?

The 2016 Kia Rio is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
  1. EX: 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
  2. LX: 27 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
  3. SX: 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.

Is the 2016 Kia Rio a good car?

The 2016 Kia Rio has received an average 3.8 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2016 Kia Rio, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2016 Kia Rio Reviews.

Is the 2016 Kia Rio reliable?

The Kia Rio received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Kia Rio as 9​​ out of 27​​ among Subcompact Car

What's new for the 2016 Kia Rio?

Here is what's new for the 2016 Kia Rio:
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Navigation System

What are the pros and cons of the 2016 Kia Rio?

Here are the pros and cons of the 2016 Kia Rio:

Pros Cons
  • Fuel Economy
  • Safety
  • Styling
  • Ride and Handling
  • Cabin Noise
  • Seat Comfort

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