Kia Rio
Model Year Comparison
- Worst Model Year
- 2004
- Worst Category
- engine Problems
Here are total complaints by model year for the Kia Rio. Overall the worst problem category is Kia Rio engine problems.
Although the 2013 Kia Rio has the most overall complaints, we rate the 2004 model year as worse because of other possible factors such as higher repair cost or more problems at lower mileage. The most-reported problem is with the 2001 Kia Rio for intermittent loss of power.
Worst Kia Rio Problems
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#1: Engine Seizure 2004 Rio
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $3,200
- Average Mileage:
- 79,000 mi
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#2: Engine Failure 2013 Rio
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $5,800
- Average Mileage:
- 107,000 mi
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#3: Engine Knock 2014 Rio
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $6,000
- Average Mileage:
- 108,000 mi