In a big city, dynamics and power are definitely appreciated by motorists. Nevertheless, efficiency indicators, small dimensions and adaptability to driving in traffic jams fall into the leading positions. Today, the hero of our article will be the 3rd generation compact Kia Rio car. After studying the reviews of motorists, we will find out what is good about the model, and what shortcomings the future owner will have to turn a blind eye to.
Less is better?
When considering the technical characteristics of Kia Rio 3, dimensions are of particular importance. Residents of the metropolis are aware of the problem of constant traffic jams, which in large cities do not stop around the clock.
Compact size plays a key role, and the Kia hatchback is not at all an exception to the rule, but rather a good example. So the manufacturer assures, but how is the situation in reality?
The reviews of those who have already managed to purchase the Korean “miracle” and test it on their own will explain in more detail.
Michael. Ownership - 1 year
I bought a car for myself, because I live in the center: I have to constantly climb into the "gaps" in the parking lots and try to stumble, not being afraid of evacuation. A year later, I understand: Rio in the back of a hatchback is my salvation and almost a panacea for the ubiquitous urban problem. Together with low fuel consumption, this baby is almost ideal, and I definitely don’t plan to change the car to another one in the near future.
Shopping lovers
Since the topic of dimensions has already been touched upon, it would be useful to talk about the volume of the luggage compartment. Even despite the city purpose of the car, it will come in handy on a long trip and a family shopping trip. In any case, for the sake of high compactness, the manufacturer has to sacrifice the trunk in favor of the interior space. About whether the volume of the luggage compartment is a problem for the Korean, the reviews of the owners of the car will tell.
Evgenia. Ownership - one and a half years
I do not ride out of town all the time - usually a trip to work and trips to the hypermarket with my husband and son for food for a week. The trunk volume of the hatchback suits almost completely, although the sedan has it even more: over 400 liters. Therefore, no problems arise.
Many people ask, would I like a big car with a roomy trunk like Sorento and Optima? Definitely not: in the conditions of busy city parking lots, Kia is the perfect balance between compactness and spaciousness, and I am happy with my choice.
How about dynamics?
The hero of our review in no way claims to be a supercar. According to the manufacturer, the car is considered budget, and is able to take you to any point within the asphalt road, providing an acceptable level of comfort.
But it would be foolish to say that no one gets out of the settlement in a city car, and trips to a picnic and to the country house are an inevitable need to move at high speed, go into sharp turns and overtake passing trucks.
In the description of the engines, two units are presented: a 107-horsepower ICE with a volume of 1.4 liters and its older brother 1.6 for 123 horses. Both are powered by 92 gasoline and, according to the manufacturer, are perfectly adapted to operation in the cold.
Anastasia. Ownership - 1 year
Rio is my first car. Therefore, she did not look towards powerful engines and took a more modest option - 1.4. Most often I have to live in the city, but due to constant traffic jams in the evenings, I just drive around the Moscow Ring Road, saving travel time.
What can I say about the car, if you touch on the topic of high speeds? I have enough dynamics for my eyes, I have never thought about the moments when the gas is pressed to the floor, but you need to accelerate even faster. Most of the claims come from her husband - a lover of frisky driving and sharp maneuvers. He complains about the lack of dynamics during acceleration, and while pressing the gas sometimes there are incomprehensible pauses.