2016 Kia Rio problems
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Common 2016 Kia Rio problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Kia Rio 2016, several common problems have been reported:
- Lack of Power: Some Kia Rio 2016 owners have reported a lack of power after an oil change, leading to difficulties in acceleration. This issue could be related to various factors such as fuel delivery problems, engine performance issues, or sensor malfunctions, necessitating a thorough diagnostic check to pinpoint the exact cause.
- Engine Smoking: Complaints have surfaced about engine smoking, often due to issues like smoky spark plugs or other internal engine problems. Engine smoking can indicate serious underlying issues that may require professional inspection and repair to prevent further damage and ensure optimal engine performance.
- Engine Stalling and Hard Gear Shifting: Owners have encountered instances where the engine stalls intermittently, and gear shifting becomes hard, accompanied by jerking sensations. These symptoms could point to issues with the fuel system, transmission, or engine components, demanding a comprehensive evaluation to identify and address the root cause of these problems.
- Clicking Sound from Engine: Some Kia Rio 2016 owners have reported hearing a clicking sound from the upper side of the engine, which could indicate problems with engine components like the valves, lifters, or timing chain. This issue requires a detailed inspection to diagnose the source of the noise and prevent potential engine damage.
These common problems with the Kia Rio 2016 highlight a range of issues that owners have faced, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance, timely repairs, and professional diagnostics to ensure the vehicle's optimal performance and longevity.
Is a 2016 Kia Rio a reliable car?
How Reliable Is the 2016 Kia Rio? J.D. Power gives the Rio a reliability rating of three out of five. That's about average for the auto industry overall, but many class rivals have a rating of 3.5 or better.
What are the most common problems with the Kia Rio?
Kia Rio Transmission Problems:
Transmission issues can plague any vehicle, and the Kia Rio is no exception. Owners have reported issues such as rough shifting, slipping gears, and transmission fluid leaks.
Is there a recall on 2016 Kia Rio?
(Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside.
Is the Kia Rio engine reliable?
Key Takeaways: Kia is the third most reliable car brand, according to J.D. Power and RepairPal. Kia offers a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. The Rio is the most reliable Kia model and has the brand's lowest average repair costs, according to RepairPal.
2016 Kia Rio car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Kia Rio problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2016 Kia Rio vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2016 Kia Rio
The NHTSA has received 67 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2016 Kia Rio. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2016 Kia Rio vehicles.
2024-07-13
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-30
- VIN: KNADM4A32G6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle burning through excessive amounts of oil. Check engine light came on and car was making a loud ticking noise and knock. Dealership confirmed the vehicle will need a new engine. Kia Corporate denied replacement because vehicle is out of warranty. Reported problem to Kia before warranty expired and was still denied.
2024-07-12
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-17
- VIN: KNADN4A38G6
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Complete engine lockup during operation at speed which caused steering and braking to be greatly hampered. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The engine failed on a 4-lane highway in traffic which could have easily caused a high-speed accident since the car extremely decelerated and lost power steering and braking in order to get out of traffic. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes confirmed by an independent service center which told me it was either a cylinder rod or a lower engine bearing failure. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? No, the manufacture KIA has a recall on other models in this year range but not the RIO. The other models have a similar engine failure caused by a faulty cylinder rod bearing. The RIO has never been added to this recall list, but it should be because it looks like the engine issues are also on this model in the same time frame. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No, they only came on when the engine failed. Then every warning light appeared.
2024-06-17
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-20
- VIN: KNADM4A32G6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I was parked in ghe parking lot and went into the store and came back to my car and starting then it was not getting started i tried many times even though it was like battery dead and i call my insurance company and asked for roadside assistance amd they tried using jump start evne though it was not starting so with the help of other sources i tried to rotate crankshaft manually it was stucked and not rotating so i thought it was engine sezied.
2024-06-06
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-05
- Crash: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: We were doing a lot of stop and go driving in warm weather. I noticed braking seemed to be normal at first but just before the accident I press the brake and the pedal went to the floor and the vehicle wouldn’t . I hit the car in front of me. My vehicle was presumably totaled. There was lots of fluids on the floor.
2024-05-20
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-29
- VIN: KNADM4A33G6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle had an abnormal burning oil odor in the cabin of the vehicle. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic who checked the vehicle and determined that the spark plugs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated again. The contact drove the vehicle back to another independent mechanic who checked the engine and determined that engine oil needed to be added. The vehicle was repaired. The mechanic informed the contact to check the oil level every week. The contact stated was adding a quart or more of engine oil every two weeks. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
2024-05-16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-28
- VIN: KNADM4A33G6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: The car would constantly stall, would need to jiggle ignition to get car to turn over. burn oil EXTREMELY. would foul spark plugs around 20k-30kmiles. , coolant would get burned and get shot out to the exhaust area, and finally the car would have smoke coming out of the engine bay after driving for a distance of 15-30 miles while also getting terrible MPG. Car on average should get 38mpg highway and 27mpg city. This car was getting about 20-22mpg highway and 16-20mpg city.
2024-04-23
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-23
- VIN: KNADM4A34G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-04-17
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-15
- VIN: KNADM4A35G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-04-17
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-17
- VIN: KNADM4A31G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-04-11
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNADM4A30G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-04-03
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-03
- VIN: KNADM4A39G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-04-02
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNADM5A35G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-04-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-01
- VIN: KNADM4A32G6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The HECu fuse recall has been over six months with no remedy. I called NHTSA two weeks ago and was told by a representative that the manufacturers (both Kia and Hyundai) stated that the remedy would be posted, and available at the dealerships by the end of last month (March). I would like to escalate my complaint. This is a serious safety concern, and on top of that my vehicle is now more likely to be stolen since it must be kept outside (Kia Boys). I'm a fairly patient person, but this has really gotten me sideways. If you could let me know how I can formally file a complaint I would appreciate it.
2024-03-29
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-29
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available.
2024-02-21
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNADM4A30G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-01-31
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-31
- VIN: KNADM4A37G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-01-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-12
- VIN: KNADM5A38G6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: I stayed on top of oil changes and engine continued to burn an excessive amount of oil in between oil changes. No leak was found after having 3 different inspections. I was told this is a common problem with Kia engines from multiple Kia owners, mechanics, and oil change technicians. Despite this, I made sure I always had oil in it and kept up with the changes. Suddenly, while driving on the interstate, the engine completely failed. I had it towed to a mechanic where it was determined internal engine failure if some sort. My car only had 83,000 miles on it when this happened. Due to me being the second owner, ( I bought the cat at 14,000 miles) I was unable to receive the 100,000 miles power train warranty. I called my local Kia dealership to see if there was anything they could do and was told “engines fail all the time” and that there is nothing they can do.Replacing the engine is more than the car is worth. For the engine to fail out of nowhere with no warning (this was the first time any sort of light came on my dash) after spending time and money on upkeep, is unacceptable. It is also completely unsafe. After some researching, I see that this is a very common issue with kia engines and Kia failed to notify me about obsessive oil consumption and the their faulty motors. Over $400 dollars in mechanic fees and over $300 in towing fees to determine all of this and I am out of a car. Getting a new engine or even fixing whatever internal component it is would be way more than what my car is worth with it running.
2024-01-26
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-16
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNADM4A38G6
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia RIO LX . The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the contact could not see and it was difficult to steer the wheel causing the vehicle to slide into a ditch. The contact stated the Tire Pressure Monitoring System and Anti-lock Brake light was illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle out of the ditch to the residence and later to the dealer. There was no physical injuries, however the contact sustain emotional trauma. The police was not called. The dealer stated the Steering Angle Sensor had a dtc1259 code . The vehicle was repaired, replacing the subframe and the control driver front lower control arm. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue yet. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
2024-01-24
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-24
- VIN: KNADM5A3XG6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: KIA has failed to remedy the HECU Engine Compartment Fire recall (NHTSA campaign number 23V652000) in a timely manner. The issue has been known since September 2023, Vehicle owners were notified in November, and no further information has been given on the status of the recall. *NOTE* Apologies if this is not the correct form. The recall notice mentions a form where recall issues can be reported but there is no information on where to find it.
2024-01-19
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNADM4A37G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-01-15
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNADM4A34G6
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: A recall notice (NHTSA recall # 23V652) was issued on 14Nov23 where the HECU may experience an electrical short circuit, which in turn can result in a car fire. To this date, the remedy part is not available. If I'm not mistaken, car fires can be a serious issue, therefore, I am reporting the delay in availability of this part. I also want to inform you that the telephone number referenced on this website and the recall notice to file a complaint (888-327-4236) is invalid and that this website and number should be updated with the correct phone number.
2023-12-29
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-01
- VIN: KNADM5A39G6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Was told that my car was consuming too much oil and I’ve been doing oil consumption test for the past year I even did the chemical that was run through my motor which I had to pay for and it was over $800 I feel like they’re giving me the runaround one of the employees at Dick Hanna Kia also told me at one point that I could actually replace the motor myself but my car is still under warranty at 92,000 miles. I just want it resolved either they replaced my motor or do something I have two more oil consumption test and then at that point they will send the information to Dick Hanna Kia dealerships or wherever they send it and then tell me what to do next actually getting frustrated. I have to go every 1000 miles and it takes time out of my day to do this.
2023-12-22
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- VIN: KNADM4A37G6
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor in the vehicle. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle slowed down and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2023-12-15
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNADM4A32G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2023-12-01
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNADM5A34G6
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2016 Kia Rio recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2016 Kia Rio.
2023-09-25
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
2023-08-24
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
- Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
- Consequence: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base subassembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC278.
Negative 2016 Kia Rio car reviews
Positive 2016 Kia Rio car reviews
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I purchased this car used with 83,000 miles and so far, it has been great. The interior feels spacious, it has just the right amount of power, and it is mechanically sound. I feel safe while driving it and I appreciate how it handles. Although it has a small 3.5 quart oil tank, I have found that checking the oil every 1,000 miles and adding more as needed has been sufficient. I use Valvoline MaxLife and it seems to work well. Overall, I am very satisfied with this car.
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Runs great after 85000 miles! I'm glad to hear that you haven't had any major engine problems. While it may not have much power for highway use, it will certainly get you around safely. I understand that road noise can be loud, but all in all, it sounds like you got a good car for the price.
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This car is a fantastic value! Congratulations on your new purchase! While it's still early days, I'm confident that this model will prove to be reliable. It certainly feels solid and drives much better than its price would suggest. The built-in trip computer is a great feature, and I've heard that adding Cruise is a breeze with a switch kit that costs under $100. It's a shame that some shops try to charge nearly $500 for the same service. I'm also a proud owner of a 2014 Sportage, which I think is a great value for a crossover. My son is still driving our 2004 Spectra, which has an impressive 190,000 miles on the clock, and my daughter loves her 2015 Soul. We've had no complaints about any of these cars, and they've proven to be very reliable for their cost.
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We're thrilled with our new car! Our experience at Cowboy Kia in Conroe was fantastic. Our salesperson was incredibly helpful in finding the perfect car for us.
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I saw the car I have now at the used car lot behind my house and felt that it fit my personality. I got it for a great price and it's just the right size for me, especially after driving my Mom’s station wagon. The pickup is great and the blue color of the car, along with the cool technology inside, really caught my eye! I also love the remote opener.
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Jed Shanahan 2025-01-06
Hi there! I noticed that you were looking for a car to replace your 2000 Toyota Echo. It can be tough to find the perfect car, but I'm glad to hear that you settled on the Rio hatchback! I can definitely see why you were sold on its stylish design, great price, and warranty. While the fuel mileage may not be as high as your previous car, it's still pretty good at 38 to 40 mpg. I agree that the Yaris and Prius C may not have been the best fit for you, especially considering the price. It's great that you opted for the 6-speed manual transmission, even though the gears are close together. I hope you enjoy your new car and thanks for sharing your experience with me!
Damien Spencer 2024-09-20
Hey there! When you're checking out the car, make sure it has a cruise feature and an adjustable front rider seat. It's also important to make sure it looks nice, but don't forget to check for those important features too!
Emmet Batz 2024-08-11
1. The electronic odometer is too cluttered. It would be better to have one place for each output, with clarity. A separate boxed odometer display would be ideal, and the large gear-shift suggestion should be tamed and put in a corner of the instrument display area. A notification of the current gear with the shift suggestion appearing as a smaller digit with an up or down arrow would also be helpful. 2. While tire pressure sensors are great, it would be even better if they could tell me the actual pressures when I ask. It would also be useful to know the real coolant temperatures, not just H/C. 3. An inbuilt outside temperature and compass above the rear-view mirror would be a nice addition. Making the rear-view mirror wider would also be helpful. 4. I prefer having keyed doors and trunk. 5. The radio/clock panel should be less multi-functional. Providing a little real-estate for each output (time, radio frequency) and keeping it there all the time would be better (time always, radio state when the radio is on, etc.). 6. The car is a bit too noisy with respect to both engine and road noise. 7. You can hear the valves tapping when standing outside by the hood. 8. The acceleration could be improved. 9. While the car is long enough, it is too narrow. Widening it by 6 inches would give each front passenger 3 more inches. 10. Putting rubber fill-in cord around the rear window would be a good idea. 11. The manual transmission shifts smoothly. 12. The AC controls have a weird automatic state when the temperature control is set to max 'blue' that overrides all the other controls, recirc, etc. Maybe giving that state a separate notch on the temperature control labeled MaxAC would be helpful. 13. The radio needs a bit more DX (distance tuning ability). 14. We want cruise-control with the manual transmission car! 15. The pillars, seat headrests, and small rearview mirror make blind spots for cars coming alongside, which is hard to deal with.
Stephen Kub 2024-07-28
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with the car so far. It can be a bit noisy at times, and I've noticed that the tire pressure system and check engine lights come on quite frequently. However, I've been assured that there's no real issue with the car. The biggest inconvenience for me has been that it tends to run low on oil quite often, so I have to check it every two weeks or so. Apparently, this is a common issue with these cars. Overall, I'm still enjoying the ride!
Alphonso Baumbach 2024-06-26
Hi there! I noticed that you mentioned your Sticker Fuel Economy rating is 38 HWY, 28 City, but you're only getting around 29-30 MPG HWY and 19-20 MPG CITY during your 55-mile roundtrip commute on the freeway. That's frustrating to hear, especially when the dealer says there's nothing they can do to help. Have you tried any fuel-saving tips or tricks that have worked for you in the past?