Kia Rio 2017

2017 Kia Rio: what owners report

• German inspectors find worn springs and shock absorbers on the third generation (2011-2017) from its first test, plus worn brake discs and faulty rear lights on older cars.2011–2017
• On the fourth-generation 1.2 petrol (2017-2020), a Polish owner's report of judder when pulling away has 18 confirmations and no denials, and French owners of the 1.2 also mention clutch trouble.2017–2020
• Lighting is a recurring inspection fault on both the 2011-2017 and 2017-on generations, including misaimed low beams and headlight faults.2011–2021
• ADAC credits the third generation with solid workmanship, a precise manual gearbox and good front space, and its breakdown rate fell from 23 per 1,000 cars for 2013 to under 16 for 2015.2011–2017