Self-service and maintenance publications Kia car Rio 3 generations, we start with an overview of the positive and not very characteristics and qualities of this passenger car.
Kia Rio 3 passenger front-wheel drive car of the Hyundai Solaris class, Chevrolet Aveo, Volkswagen Polo. In appearance and equipment, it is aimed at young buyers. As the developers assure, Rio 3 has the most optimal parameters for urban youth family car, which has the most spacious cabin among the "classmates", high ground clearance and a spacious trunk.
Model history
The presentation of the 3 generation Kia Rio in the hatchback body took place on March 1, 2011 during the Geneva Motor Show, and in the sedan body in April of the same year in New York. Already from August 15, 2011, Rio 3, specially prepared for the conditions of the CIS, began to be assembled at Hyundai plant in St. Petersburg. In addition to the Russian Federation, the car is produced in China, South Korea, Ecuador, Indonesia and the Philippines.
Taking into account the lack of fresh statistics, but if we assume that the plant in St. Petersburg produces 100 thousand Kia Rio 3 per year, then from 2011 (the beginning of production of Rio 3) to 2016, about 500 thousand cars of this models.
Options and specifications
Kia Rio 3 is equipped with 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines with 106 and 123 hp. (Chinese-made engines, the resource is 150-250 thousand km, depending on the operating conditions, as well as the type of transmission (engines with automatic transmission have a longer service life)). Transmission 5 and 6 speed "mechanics" and 4 and 6 speed "automatic". The ground clearance is 16 cm, the trunk volume of the sedan is 500 liters (all four wheels fit), the hatchback has 389, the curb weight is within 1150 kg, the gas tank is 43 liters. Acceleration time to 100 km, depending on engine power, in the range from 10.3 s to 13.6. Consumption in urban conditions 7.6-8.5 liters, on the highway - 4.9-5.2, in mixed cycle- 5.9-6.4 liters.
Complete set technical characteristics Kia Rio-3 you can see in the following table.
Photo review of Kia Rio-3
Feedback and operating experience
Car owners point out the following problematic points in the build quality and materials used:
- thin layer paintwork , as a result of which the chips reach the primer. Most often they occur on the hood, fenders, sills.
- scratches remain on the plastic in the cabin even with negligible impact.
- lack of good sound insulation(almost all cars of this class sin because of their budget).
- on models with heated seats no power regulator, which is why you have to periodically turn off the heating and turn it on again.
- air conditioner in hot weather unable to cope with the cooling of the passenger compartment.
- Rio 3 models manufactured before 2012 have steering rack problems... Due to the increased clearance between some parts, a knock is heard in the steering rack. To eliminate this shortcoming, the manufacturer even released a special repair kit.
- owners of Rio 3 edition 2013 complain about sideways driving, as a result of calls to service centers, the defect was eliminated by replacing the power steering valve.
- due to incorrect operation of the ECU, in 2012-2014 cars there is unstable idling.
- most of the owners of Kia Rio 3 are male speak negatively about the operation of the automatic transmission because of her "dullness" and "lethargy". Also, during smooth acceleration, there is a sharp gear change, as a result of which the car jerks. During intensive acceleration, the automatic transmission works normally.
- there are no complaints about the "mechanics", with the exception of not always clear engagement of gears at the first thousands of kilometers. After "grinding" the mechanisms, everything goes away. There were also cases when the input shaft bearing hummed.
- 80% Rio 3 with a run of about 100 thousand km GT compensators start knocking so be prepared to replace them.
- to 150 thousand km the chain drive needs to be replaced due to stretching.
- As for the Rio3's chassis, after 2012 the car is equipped with reinforced shock absorbers and rear springs, which allowed to achieve better directional stability... However, the suspension has become stiff, especially in cold weather.
- after winter frosts (more for harsh winters in the northern regions of Russia) "swelling" of chromium is observed on decorative elements of the body.
- some car owners paid attention to "Soft" windshields, on which, after cleaning with a scraper from ice, scratches remained.
- Rio 3 issue 2013 is seen increased clearance in the area of the lower edge of the right rear light and bumper(costs of the Russian assembly).
- there are cases when fabric seat upholstery stretched what spoiled appearance salon.
Video reviews
We offer see a selection of video reviews of reviews about the Kia Rio-3 in which the authors tell and show what a car is and how it differs from competitors in its class.
An informative overview of the 2012 Kio Rio. In a simple and dynamic manner, the author talks about the vehicle's equipment, quality of materials, options and driving performance.
The following review is about the refreshed 2015 Rio 3. The author will tell you about what has been improved, changed, modified, and what is left of the previous model.
And finally, a comparison-review of the 2012 and 2015 Kia Rio-3, in which the author talks with the owner of the 2012 Rio-3 about the positive and negative characteristics, merits and advantages of the car. Conducts a detailed comparison of the exterior and interior with the updated 2015 model. The review is worth a look.
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Since we need a car of the third generation, the year of production of the car will be no later than 2015. And due to the fact that we pretend to be very rich people, we will not look at cars of the first years of production (2011 and 2012). I note that we do this deliberately: the earliest cars had some drawbacks, which they later tried to get rid of. For example, let's remember one a typical problem first cars: a creaking steering shaft with a fixed cardan joint. At first it was changed under warranty, then the hinge was generally replaced with a sliding one. And some of the interior trim elements of the early Rio do not cause delight, which is why now many of their salons resemble taxi cabins.
We won't be picky about motors. There are only two of them, and both are more like plans for Friday evening than something serious from the world. internal combustion... We'll be fine with the 1.4-liter G4FA and the sort of “big” 1.6-liter G4FD. Both of them are not bad, but what you will need to look at in them - you will see below.
We can quite afford a car with automatic transmission, especially since neither the old four-speed A4AF3, nor the newer “six-speed” A6GF1 raise questions in the first one hundred and fifty thousand kilometers. Although, of course, the important thing here is how they were operated and maintained, especially the second box, which is more demanding on the purity of the oil.
We are looking for cars as usual - on classified sites. There are many such cars, so there will be no problems here.
Problems will begin later, when it will be necessary to compromise: there are still no ideal cars, so you have to come to terms with something. For example, here's the first car. At first, due to the atypically high mileage (yes, thanks to the Russian ingenuity praised by the people, we are all accustomed to the fact that from 5 years to 20 mileage in ads around and about 100 thousand kilometers) I did not want to watch it, but then that's it -So looked. Oddly enough, it turned out to be a very good option, which once again confirms the thesis that, against the background of optimized runs and grandmother's tales from outbidding, sometimes you can find an honest car for "little" money.
But it's cheap!
The most attractive thing about this car is its price. It costs only 405 thousand, so almost one hundred thousand can be pledged to bring it to life after the purchase (if there is such a desire). True, he has the simplest equipment, a manual transmission and a 1.4 liter engine. And the mileage is great - 186 thousand kilometers. Let's see if there is any point in such a purchase.
Unfortunately, the Kia paintwork is far from the strongest side of the manufacturer. But in our particular case, at least it pleases that the painting is factory-made. In general, on Rio, the thickness of the layer should not exceed 130 microns, although sometimes there are cars with a double factory paint (in this case, almost a double layer of paintwork will be on all body parts and door openings) or with individual parts repainted at the dealer. The latter is a reason to check the car for participation in an accident. Although stories with repainting of parts due to damage during transportation are encountered, this is more an accident than a common practice. Our thickness is approximately the same everywhere, from 115 to 130 microns, so there is no reason for nagging. True, there is a small chip on front wing... It will need to be removed immediately: chips on the "Koreans" rust quickly. But in general, all paintwork defects are insignificant and were obtained exclusively during operation.
But let's open the doors and see the salon.
Here the mileage is visible in all its glory. Not too high-quality plastic (more precisely, just bad plastic) is scratched very easily, and in our car it looks very ugly in places. The door handles and the plastic dashboard around the glove box look creepy. But what to demand from budget car with mileage under 200 thousand? The steering wheel stands out against the general background. Perhaps it was altered under warranty - it peeled off quickly, and Kia's warranty engineers did not refuse to eliminate the defect.
The seats don't look very fresh either. They have not only already frayed casing, but also noticeable deformation. In general, the Kia Rio salon will not hide the real mileage. I don't know if it's really good or bad.
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Now we open the hood. There are no complaints here. The engine compartment is clean and gives the impression that the car was looked after better than the girlfriend in the candy-bouquet period of the relationship. Well, or washed it before our arrival.
And the engine sounds good, it was not possible to get any criminal sounds from it. But this is what can be seen with the naked eye. If we really wanted to buy this car, we would equip the eye with an endoscope. The fact is that Koreans are very fond of making weak catalysts, which by such a run are already beginning to crumble well. Ceramic crumb enters the inlet and eats it up quickly enough piston group... So it would not be superfluous to inspect the cylinder walls on a Kia with a run. However, on this run it is already possible to be afraid of coked rings, although in comparison with the repair of the cylinder block this is not such a global problem.
Well, do not forget that on high mileage(it is impossible to say on which one, but roughly, say, from 300 thousand) one can expect a real "capital", especially if the catalyst was not changed in time or the chain stretching was not noticed. A overhaul motor with an aluminum block - the procedure is quite expensive, especially by the standards of budget cars. It's a pity: the rest of the car turned out to be very good and quite adequate in cost. Well, let's try to look for something newer: money is not a problem, there are 500 thousand.
Minotaur Labyrinth
Let's put aside the typical Russian craving for sedans and look at the car in the hatchback body. Yes, it is not as prestigious as a sedan (no one will doubt that the Rio sedan is prestigious), but practical. Moreover, they were not seen in the taxi. True, sometimes we come across in car sharing ... But the car suits us: 2014, it costs only 470 thousand. The mileage, however, is also rather big - 90 thousand, but still it is two times less than that of the previous version.
Even from a distance it is clear that something is wrong with the car. I would generally advise not to be afraid of your feelings: if it seems that the car is crooked, it probably is. We cannot assess by eye the correctness of the body geometry, but we can notice some differences in gaps, painting and some other details on a subconscious level. I do not insist on the truth of these words, but I advise you to listen to them.
So, before us is a black handsome man. True, some kind of uneven. Side lighting allows you to take a good look at the shagreens. On the front left fender, it differs from the shagreen on the driver's door. Let's check with a thickness gauge just in case. There is already more than 400 microns, and on the right front wing, the thickness of the paintwork reaches 544 microns. There is clearly some putty here. Considering that front bumper stands unevenly, and all the gaps between it and the wings are crooked, it can be assumed that the youth of this car was difficult. But it is hardly worth talking about a strong frontal impact: the headlights are native, no one changed the radiators. Although the troubles do not end there.
Note that expansion tank empty. This is definitely bad: maybe the engine has overheated, or maybe the antifreeze is leaving somewhere. It is good if it flows to the ground and not to oil. However, if it went into oil, we would have noticed it on the oil filler cap.
The oil level in the power steering tank is also at a minimum. And this is also not entirely correct.
And one more small surprise we find quite suddenly in ... the wiring. From terminal battery another (non-standard) power cable leaves in an unknown direction.
Where could he go? I think the answer is obvious: there must be a subwoofer. Therefore, we open the trunk, raise the flooring and see a bunch of wires brought out (the owner apparently dragged the "sub" from here).
What's bad about it? Honestly, there are not many really responsible owners among those who put such music (even if it is of high quality) into the car. And the level of liquids just screams about it. “Tynts-tynts” in the trunk is, of course, cool, but the normal level of antifreeze is much more important (although a minimum standing at the mark is also far from a verdict). Another significant disadvantage is the increased load on the generator. And, finally, not all music installers (as well as alarms) can do this well. Often after their intervention electrical circuit the car turns into a labyrinth of the Minotaur, through which, in the event of a breakdown, a sad and angry electrician will wander.
And then there was also the rubber seal of the wiring from the engine compartment did not even bother to put in place.
In addition, there are “not cured” chips on the body, which are about to begin to rust, backseat burned by a cigarette, and everything that can be dirtied is dirtied. A broken windshield completes the picture.
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In short, this is definitely not our option.
Parking "by ear"
The most interesting car costs just our maximum amount - 500 thousand. What are they offering us?
Firstly, this car has a 1.6 liter engine. Secondly, the automatic transmission (even a four-speed, but quite reliable - the heritage of Mitsubishi). And thirdly, the mileage is a little over 30 thousand kilometers. Yes, the 2013 car. Maybe the mileage is twisted? Let's look at the docs first. The owner of the car was alone, and the service book was filled in exemplary. Exactly every year she was driven to the dealer for maintenance, but the interval between maintenance in kilometers is more delightful: in the first year, they drove only five thousand kilometers by car, and in some subsequent years they could not drive even these five. Looking ahead, I note that an absolutely exemplary interior can only confirm this run: even the fabric of the seats and the steering wheel that is prone to wear look new. Luck? Almost.
The whole picture is spoiled by the poor quality of the paintwork, multiplied by the driving habits of the owner of the car. He clearly parked by ear: all body elements with traces of abrasions. Here the doors were also opened into the cars standing nearby in the parking lot, and they drove over the curbs, and parked in the snowdrifts until the bumpers crackled.
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Maybe at least the roof is intact? But no ... Here the Koreans say hello: rust appeared on the roof at the top edge windshield.
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Unfortunately, this is Rio's weak point, and even if you do not drive on the highway and do not “catch” chips from stones, the edge of the glass rusts quickly. They do not always look there, but in vain. Two small spots may be just the beginning of a large corrosion. But here at least there are no repainted elements, which could be pleasing if not for the number of contact marks on them. Maybe it would be better to paint something already.
They didn't look under the hood for a long time. There are no complaints about the operation of the motor, all fluids are at a level, traces of an accident could not be found either. But there is a lot of dirt.
I don't even know if it is possible to buy this car. Technically, it is most likely good (it can be said for sure only after computer diagnostics and examination on a lift), but numerous injuries sustained through the fault of an apparently not very experienced driver must somehow be treated. And it's urgent. But there are so many of them that you will have to paint everything - well, or at least all four doors and front fenders (for example, scratches on a plastic body kit are trifles). It will also be necessary to remove the rust on the edge of the windshield (which, by the way, will also have to be replaced due to the crack). The amount of investments will turn out to be significant, which will not please even taking into account the low mileage.
You can, of course, bargain, but there are a lot of Rio on sale, so if the seller's greed turns out to be stronger than the paintwork, it is better to look for another car.
Dealer combo
We decided to look at another option at authorized dealer, which is engaged in the sale of "used". It cost 516 thousand rubles, but it was very curious what the officials would offer us. Moreover, we were already ready to go a little beyond the price range, but find an uncompromising option.
The photo is a good option, the mileage is 86 thousand kilometers, almost maximum complete set... Let's go.
So what does the dealer offer us? And the dealer invites us to play the game "Guess what happened to the car." And we decide to accept the rules of the game. Moreover, everything is so obvious here that even a "teapot" can figure it out.
In short, even a self-respecting reseller will not buy this car. This is the case when the car does not seem to be crooked, but in fact it is crooked. That only there is a non-closing driver's door. Against this background, a large number of scratches, chips and multi-colored elements simply fade away.
We open the hood and we are not even surprised ... Here is a complete set that just screams about head-on collision: crumpled shock absorber cup, broken battery terminals, obscenely attached spar tip, somehow smeared with sealant along the seams. In theory, it should have been cut and replaced. But, apparently, they decided not to bother and simply blinded from what was.
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It looks like the blow was so strong that the engine shifted to the engine shield, which left marks on it.
And of course, looking into the salon, we saw a "shot" airbag. Thank you, we do not need such "good".
For the sake of interest, we decided to also check the car in the databases, since the state of the interior (in particular, the steering wheel worn almost to the holes) and the body transparently hinted at a heavily twisted mileage and, in general, the use of the car as a taxi. And here we were not mistaken. The car was indeed listed in a company that provided services for passenger transportation... This is not surprising - these models, also in white, are often found in taxis. Only the prices for such cars in normal condition are on average 100 thousand cheaper.
The third generation Kia Rio is not a capricious car. But this does not mean that she does not have at all weak points... First of all, you probably need to look at the body (I think everyone has already understood this). But that's not all.
We must not forget about the motor either. Choosing a Kia (and Hyundai) with mileage, you need to at least get to the service and check the compression and timing drive. After 100 thousand kilometers, you can find cars with stretched chains, so checking the phases will not be superfluous. Especially if there are some more or less alarming sounds when starting the engine.
If the mileage has passed the one hundred thousandth mark, then you need to check the condition of the catalyst, and at the same time - the lambda sensors and the entire exhaust. True, not everyone can do this on their own. And here AUTOMAMA maybe, and for this we use the most modern tools that our partners have in specialized service stations. After our diagnostics, buyers can not be afraid of either the Minotaur maze, or an inexperienced owner who parks by ear, or a combo from a dealer.
Several decades ago, few of our motorists could say with confidence that they had heard about this brand. Only the most dedicated to the automotive business knew that KIA (originally KyungSung) is one of the oldest carmakers on the Korean Peninsula. Unless by chance one could come across some model of this manufacturer, at first mistaking it for Ford or Mazda, with which KIA was actively cooperating. Moreover, it would hardly be possible to assume that cars of this brand will not only start driving on our roads, but will also become one of the sales leaders in the Russian car market.
Troika in Russia
First and second generation KIA cars RIO quickly began to explore first Asia, then America and Europe. The beginning of birth new version this brand can be called January 2011. Then the first sketches of the third generation of Rio were published. Soon, in March of the same year at the Geneva International Motor Show, a new hatchback was put on public display, and at the April 2011 New York Auto Show, it saw the light KIA sedan RIO III, which was developed and equipped with the expectation of the markets of Europe and America.
Russia came into play when it became known in May that a new Korean vehicle was being prepared, adapted to our conditions. The first restyled KIA RIO sedan of the third generation of Russian production rolled off the assembly line of the Hyundai automobile plant, located in the Northern capital of the Russian Federation, on August 15, 2011. Since then, she has confidently won more and more fans of convenience and good characteristics... An important role is played by the prices at which this car can be purchased.
Familiar stranger KIA RIO III
Take a look from the side
Hyundai Solaris was chosen as a base for KIA RIO. This is a typical representative of the budget B-class sedan. According to the manufacturers, the car was supposed to interest an audience of about 35 years old and with an average income. The form of the car immediately speaks of the youth direction, which emphasize its high dynamism. It seems that the merger with Hyundai, which relies on sporty styling, is seriously affecting the design of new KIA vehicles.
Compared to first and second generation new sedan KIA Rio has undergone some changes, incorporating best qualities previous. The branded grille, which is the business card of this model, remains the same. The radiator grill has become somewhat smoother. At the same time, the headlights blurred along the body contour towards the rear and narrowed slightly, further emphasizing the desire to move faster. If earlier, running lights and fog lights were taken for predatory fangs, now it is a well-chosen optics with classical shapes. The sedan uses headlights with lenses. This slightly impairs the luminous flux, but does not dazzle oncoming vehicles.
The rear bumper change is noticeable immediately. And the shape of the lanterns, which not everyone perceives unambiguously, has remained the same. Only the sections got a different arrangement. The third generation has LED rear optics.
As for the sides, the sedan has remained the same. The embossed protrusion along the entire body also looks unusual and stylish. The work of designer Peter Schreier has received accolades around the world. The fake air intake and glass of the car received a metal edging, which made it even prettier.
The galvanized body is subjected to additional anti-corrosion and anti-gravel treatment. Front and rear mudguards act as additional protection. Also, the crankcase is covered from below with a plastic pallet.
The trunk is pretty impressive. Five hundred liters is enough for a large amount of cargo (the hatchback trunk volume is 389 liters, but this is due to the compactness and maneuverability of the car). A full-size spare wheel fits under the raised floor.
What's behind the door?
The interior of the car feels spacious and comfortable. True, the back row still seems a bit dark. Once inside the sedan, there is a double feeling. The first is rigor and functionality, if you look differently, then everything is somewhat motley. The chairs have reliable side holders that fit the body nicely when rolling and turning. Plastic, leather and fabric upholstery in black colors leave a pleasant impression of warmth and comfort.
Restyled RIO received an adjustable departure steering column... This makes landing much easier. The steering wheel is made in a classic form for this brand. The main control keys are conveniently located right under the driver's fingers. They changed their purpose in contrast to the earlier generations.
The dashboard remains the same. All indications are easy to understand at a glance. Manufacturers have added an outboard temperature reading to the display located inside the speed dial. For the driver, the KIA RIO III has all the convenience of driving. Buttons, keys and levers are located on the steering wheel and column, allowing manipulation without unnecessary body movements. The short gear lever makes it possible to react quickly to the surroundings while driving. True, you first have to get used to this convenience. The steering wheel and windshield are heated even in the basic version. An excellent-sounding four-speaker radio and climate control with a clear, informative display complete the look of the front panel.
On the inner handles of all four doors, there are buttons that allow you to control the power windows.
Strength in motion
The Russian troika RIO is equipped with two power units that make the front wheels rotate.
The first option is a 1.4 liter G4FA gasoline engine, which makes it possible to get 107 hp. with. This becomes possible at 6300 rpm. The torque reaches 135 Nm. Power unit has four cylinders arranged in in-line design.
A choice of gearboxes can be supplied with this engine. The mechanics are designed for 5 and 6 gears, a four-speed automatic and an automatic transmission in 6 steps.
Such a motor with mechanical box gives the sedan the following dynamic characteristics. One hundred kilometers is recruited in 11.5 seconds. The highest speed is 190 km per hour.
In urban conditions, 7.6 liters of fuel are consumed (the average is 5.9 liters) per 100 kilometers.
Automatic transmission gives other indicators:
- Acceleration to 100 km per hour - 13.5 s;
- The maximum speed is 175 km / h.
The urban cycle requires 8.5 liters per 100 km, the mixed one - 6.4.
The 1.6-liter G4FC power unit also has 4 cylinders arranged in a row and 16 valves. Its power reaches 123 liters. with. Torque - 155 Nm at 4200 rpm.
As in the first case, two transmissions are attached to it.
A 6 MT manual gearbox allows for the following dynamics:
- Climb 100 km per hour - 10.3 s;
- The maximum speed is 190 km / h.
Fuel is consumed as follows. In the city - 7.9 liters per 100 km, and in the mixed version - up to 6 liters.
When a six-speed automatic is installed, a sedan with a 1.6 engine gains a hundred in 11.2 s and can accelerate to 180 km per hour. At the same time, in the urban cycle, it spends 8.6 liters, with an average fuel consumption of 6.5 liters.
The tank of the car holds 43 liters of AI-95 gasoline.
KIA RIO brakes are disc brakes.
Typical B-class
The third generation KIA RIO sedan is ideally prepared for urban conditions. This can be judged by its dimensions: length - 4370 mm, width - 1700 mm, height - 1470 mm. With a wheelbase of 2570 mm, the car can make a U-turn on an area of ten meters. Front and rear wheels are respectively 1495 and 1502 mm. Ground clearance is equal to 160 mm.
The sedan can accommodate five people.
The sedan offered on the domestic market has various configurations and prices.
The simplest version of the restyled KIA RIO is called Comfort D110. In this version, a 1.4 liter engine with a manual box is installed on the car. Two airbags are designed for the driver and passenger. The sedan has systems: anti-lock brakes (ABS) and brake force distribution (EBD). The kit also includes an emergency braking alarm and an immobilizer. In addition, the comfort in the cabin is provided by:
- Tilt-adjustable steering column;
- Front door windows electric drive;
- Heated side mirrors;
- Adjustable front seats.
The machine is supplied with 15 "welded steel discs.
The initial price of such a configuration is about 574 thousand rubles.
The basic equipment Comfort D097 adds halogen headlights, air conditioning and electric side mirrors. Price - 604,900 rubles.
Comfort D108 implies the presence of an automatic four-speed gearbox and heated seats. Price - 614,900 rubles. With the machine - 654,900 rubles.
The next configuration is called Comfort Audio D105. With a 1.6 liter engine, both a manual and an automatic six-speed gearbox can work. The sedan comes complete with all of the aforementioned amenities with the addition of a multimedia system that includes a high-end USB CD player and 4 speakers for great sound. Such a KIA RIO sedan with an automatic machine costs 684.9 thousand rubles, and with a mechanics - 644 thousand rubles.
Even more comfort is provided by the Luxe D109 trim level. It equips a car with a 1.6 liter engine, with which a manual or automatic transmission works. In this configuration, you can find a central locking with remote control from key fob, multifunction steering wheel. Luxury models cost: 674 thousand with 6-speed mechanics and 714 thousand rubles with a six-speed automatic.
Top versions of the third generation KIA RIO are presented in the form of Prestige G073 / G083. There is more emphasis on safety here. The side and curtain types are added to the two main airbags. Changed optics. Added fog lights and LED daytime running lights, heated windshield, glass and side mirror washers, light sensor and sixteen-inch alloy wheels. The number of audio device speakers has been increased to six. The price of such a machine when working with mechanics is 744,900 thousand rubles, with a six-speed automatic - 784 thousand rubles.
And the highest configuration is completed - Premium G082 / G084.
The top version of the restyled RIO model has a 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 123 liters. with. A six-speed automatic works with him. The package includes:
- Airbags for driver and passenger;
- Front side airbags;
- Curtain type airbags;
- ABS, EBD and ESP systems;
- Fog lights;
- LED running lights;
- Alloy wheels 16 inches;
- Leather-covered steering wheel and gearshift lever;
- Armrest between driver and passenger;
- Steering column adjustable in angle and reach;
- Hydraulic power steering;
- Heated front seats;
- Electric drive of all glasses;
- Light and parking sensors;
- Engine start and stop button;
- Multifunctional steering wheel;
- Heaters: windshield, windscreen washers, side mirrors and steering wheel;
- Air conditioning;
- Power side mirrors;
- Adjustable driver's seat;
- CD-player with USB and six speakers;
- Bluetooth system.
This car will cost the buyer 844,900 rubles.
Epilogue
The third-generation KIA RIO sedan quickly joined the stream of cars plowing the vastness of Russia. Car enthusiasts love this car for its comfort, good handling and dynamics, reliability and economy. The rating and numerous positive reviews constantly prove the quality of the Korean car.
The main competitors of the Korean car are: Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet lacetti, Lada priora, Volkswagen Polo sedan, Renault Sandero, Daewoo nexia and Volkswagen Polo Sedan. In 2015, they were joined by a domestic sedan Lada Vesta.
27.07.2016
Kia Rio 3 (Kia Rio) - the third generation of the popular budget car of the Korean company Kia Motors. It is not only fashionable to produce so-called "people's" cars nowadays, but also quite profitable. This trend has pushed many automotive concerns to actively bring inexpensive, mass-produced models to the market. One of those is Rio 3. Of course, this model hardly pretends to be the laurels of an epochal car, nevertheless, the interest in it among our motorists is special, since for little money the buyer gets a beautiful and well-equipped car with a good margin of safety. In this article I will tell you what to look for when buying this model in the aftermarket, and what problems you may encounter during operation.
A bit of history:
For the first time, the Kia Rio was presented at the Geneva International Auto Show in 2000. In the lineup, the novelty has taken the place of the outdated Pride. Initially, the car was produced in two body types - a sedan and a hatchback that outwardly strongly resembles a station wagon. In 2003, the model was restyled, during which the body structure, the design of the headlights were changed, the noise insulation of the engine and luggage compartments, as well as the roof and floor were improved. The first generation lasted five years on the assembly line, after which it gave way to a new generation.
The second generation Kia Rio sedan was presented at the Detroit Auto Show in 2005, the hatchback was shown in 2006 at the Geneva Motor Show. The novelty is based on a new platform called JB, which is a joint development of Kia and Hyundai. Kia Rio 2 has become a completely new car with a cheerful exterior and pleasant interior, which has nothing to do with the previous version. The restyling of the model, which took place in 2010, coincided with the arrival of the world famous German designer Peter Schreier at Kia, who was engaged in updating the model. In the course of modernization, the bumpers, front optics and radiator grill have undergone changes. But in the cabin, the changes were less significant: the shape of the headrests changed, the steering wheel was decorated with a double lower spoke, the instrument panel was slightly improved.
The presentation of the European version of the Kia Rio 3 in the back of a hatchback took place in March 2011 at the opening of the Geneva Motor Show. In April of the same year, within the framework of the New York Auto Show, a presentation of the Euro-American version in the sedan body took place, and its analogue intended for the Chinese market, the Kia K2, was shown in Shanghai. As with previous generation, the platform was taken as a basis, which is a joint development of Hyundai / Kia, called RB. The work on the exterior and interior design of the Kia Rio 3 was entrusted to the new chief designer Peter Schreier, who radically changed the exterior of the car. In 2011, at the Hyundai plant located in St. Petersburg, the production of adapted for Russian market version of the car based on the Chinese Kia versions K2.
European version (hatchback) fourth generation the models were presented in September 2016 at the Paris Motor Show. The sedan focused on America's markets premiered at the New York Auto Show in April 2017. Externally, the novelty is not much different from the previous generation, retaining the best features of its predecessor - excellent design and practicality. But its equipment has been significantly improved, thanks to which the car has become more dynamic, safer and more technologically advanced.
Weaknesses and disadvantages of Kia Rio 3 with mileage
The body paintwork is rather thin and does not differ in its wear resistance, because of this it quickly becomes overgrown with chips and scratches. Traditionally, paintwork suffers the most on the bonnet bumper, roof edge above the windshield, wheel arches and sills. Problematic places it is recommended to cover it with a protective film. Due to the fact that there are no moldings on the doors, in the parking lot the sides of the body are often hammered by sloppy neighbors. The body of the Kia Rio 3 is fully galvanized (except for the roof), thanks to this, there are currently no significant problems with corrosion. However, leaving the chips unattended for a long time is not worth it, as they quickly begin to bloom, especially on the racks and the roof. Unprotected welds quickly begin to rust due to exposure to reagents. The hardness and wear resistance of the windshield are not great, because of this, already by 50,000 km, the native glass becomes pretty scratched and cloudy.
After a couple of winters, the door seals begin to tan (replacement is required). Problems appear early enough with the driver's door - it does not close well. Due to the lack of ventilation holes in rainy weather, the headlights sweat a lot, there are complaints about the quality of the front optics (they do not light the road well). Also, it is not uncommon for the hood hinges and the boot lid lock cylinder to sour. You can also note the rather flimsy fastening elements of the bumpers - they break off even from vibrations (driving on a bumpy road). Savings on bonnet seals have led to the fact that the engine compartment is quickly overgrown with dirt. Many owners have eliminated the flaw on their own by installing a conventional self-adhesive seal.
Power units
Only gasoline engines of the Gamma series released in 2007 were installed on the Kia Rio 3 - 1.4 G4FA (107 hp) and 1.6 G4FC (123 hp). These units have the same design and differ from each other only in the crankshaft with an increased piston stroke from 75 mm to 85.4 mm. The advantages of these engines include acceptable reliability, ease of maintenance and economy. But, like everything in this world, these units are not perfect. So, for example, the most widespread problem of these motors is the unstable idling... Most often, the trouble is caused by severe pollution of the throttle valve (it needs periodic cleaning), a little less often by malfunctions in the ECU (it can be eliminated by flashing).
Another significant drawback is the increased noise of the unit. Extraneous sounds (knocking, clatter, cheeks, etc.) can be emitted by: nozzles - a feature of their work, valves - adjustment of thermal clearances, timing chain is required. The appearance of a whistle is often caused by a weakening of the tension of the auxiliary belt - most often the trouble can be eliminated by tightening the belt, if this no longer helps, you will have to change the tensioner. After 120,000 km of run, an extended timing chain may be asked for replacement. On the same run, the catalyst may begin to collapse, as a rule, the ailment is accompanied by a deterioration in traction. It should be noted that when destroyed, catalyst particles enter the cylinders and accelerate their wear (oil consumption increases). Common ailments include rapid contamination of the radiator. Antifreeze leakage and slow engine cooling will serve as a signal of an unsatisfactory condition of the radiator.
On many specimens closer to 100,000 km around valve cover oil fogging appears, which will progress in the future (begins to flow) - replacement of the gasket is required. Often, after replacing the gasket (after several tens of thousands of kilometers), the leak appears again. There are also complaints about the reliability of individual ignition coils and a fuel level sensor (it gives incorrect readings over time). Also, to the disadvantages, you can write down the unsuitability of engines for overhaul, the fact is that boring for the repair size is not provided and in case of wear, the entire cylinder block will have to be changed. According to the manufacturer's statements, the resource Kia motors Rio 3 is 180,000 km, but, as shown by operating experience with proper maintenance (oil change every 7-9 thousand km), they can last about 300,000 km.
Transmission
For the Kia Rio 3, four gearboxes were provided - 5 and 6-speed mechanics, as well as a 4-and 6-speed automatic (A4AF3 and A6GF1). A common problem in transmissions is an unsuccessful crankcase plug, it is made of plastic and does not provide the necessary tightness, as a result dust and moisture get inside, and if the car costs more than it drives, then over time, corrosion may appear on the input shaft.
The main problem of mechanics is the difficult inclusion of the first and reverse gear especially during the cold season. Quite early, the manual transmission input shaft seal may become unusable (it starts flowing after 50,000 km due to a sticking breather in the box). It should be noted that the oil flowing out of the oil seal gets on the clutch disc, causing the clutch to "slip". The clutch resource is 120-150 thousand km. On a car with a mileage of more than 150,000 km, the input shaft bearing may require attention - it is buzzing on a warmed-up box.
Automatic transmissions are reliable and with proper operation and timely maintenance of the first 150,000 km, they do not bother with breakdowns. Later, troubles may appear in the form of a delay after switching on the gears: the movement begins a couple of seconds after activating the gear. The problem is eliminated by replacing the automatic transmission valve block. The presence of jerks and jerks when changing gears is treated by a banal change of the firmware of the gearbox control unit.
Reliability of the suspension, steering and brakes Kia Rio 3
The design of the chassis is traditional for this class of cars: MacPherson strut at the front, and a semi-independent split beam at the rear. The suspension is quite stiff, especially at high speeds and in the cold season. You can make the suspension more comfortable by installing shock absorbers from Kia Soul or KYB. The owners of cars of the first years of production faced such a problem as a "dancing" suspension - at speeds over 120 km / h, the chassis lacks tenacity, which is why it suffers from side winds. In 2012, the chassis was upgraded - the performance characteristics of the rear springs and struts were changed.
As for the endurance of the Kia Rio 3's suspension, in general it can be called satisfactory. Traditionally for modern cars most often it is necessary to change the stabilizer struts - on average, every 30-40 thousand km. Rear wheel bearings also quickly give up - in most cases their resource does not exceed 70,000 km, the front ones go more than 100,000 km. Shock absorbers, depending on operating conditions, withstand 100-150 thousand km. Support bearings live about the same (in cold weather, when the steering wheel rotates, they can creak), ball joints and silent blocks of levers. For drivers who do not like to slow down on broken sections of the road, the mounting eye of the front shock absorbers quickly breaks, because of this, the caster of the front wheels is disrupted.
The steering system uses a rack and pinion mechanism with power steering. The reliability of this unit is highly dependent on the year of manufacture of the car. So, for example, on pre-styling cars steering rack could begin to bother with extraneous sounds after 40,000 km (the support sleeve of the rail breaks), while on restaling cars this unit does not cause trouble 100-150 thousand km. Also, extraneous sounds can be emitted by the emerging backlash in the gear-rack engagement and worn crosspieces cardan shaft steering column. Tie rod ends can withstand up to 100,000 km, rods - 150-200 thousand km. Brake system, during operation, does not cause any special problems.
Salon and electrical equipment
Despite the fact that the Kia Rio 3 is an inexpensive car, the interior looks very attractive. Most of the decorative elements are made of hard plastic, which over the years fills the interior with all kinds of sounds (squeaks, knocks, etc.). Among other disadvantages of the cabin, one can single out the weak wear resistance of the steering wheel braid and the fabric upholstery of the seats - by 100,000 km they begin to lose their presentable appearance.
In the part of electronics in used cars, the steering column switches may start to work incorrectly - instead of the "turn signal", the dipped beam lights up, the main beam headlights do not turn on. Another vulnerability are the heating elements of the front seats - fail after 3-4 winters. Over time, many begin to malfunction power windows, an on-board computer control unit and an audio system. Of the more significant troubles, one can single out the unreliability of the air conditioning compressor. It is also possible to note the unsatisfactory operation of the climate system - it does not cool well in the heat, caused by the rapid icing of the air conditioner evaporator.
Outcome:
Kia Rio 3 is practically in no way inferior to its main competitors - the car has a pleasant appearance, a spacious interior, a spacious trunk and is well equipped. As for reliability, in general, there are not many problems, mainly suspension and steering consumables fail. But I want to note right away that there are many specimens that have traveled 90-100 thousand km without any repairs. So, in general, this car can be considered quite reliable and worth the money.
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For Russian buyers, the Kia Rio is available in four trim levels: Comfort, Luxe, Prestige and Premium. It should be noted that even in the standard Rio configuration looks very dignified: it is equipped with air conditioning, on-board computer, electric front windows and side mirrors (with integrated repeaters), multifunctional steering wheel, CD / MP3-player with 4 speakers of the audio system. The winter kit includes heated front seats, steering wheel, windscreen washer nozzles. Door handles in body color. The steering wheel and gearshift knob are leather-braided. Fog lights are offered in more expensive trim levels, alloy wheels, comfortable front armrest, power rear windows, 6 audio speakers. In the maximum equipment, the Rio has, among other things, climate control, keyless access to the Smart Key salon, engine start with a button, leather upholstery of the instrument panel, rear sensors parking, Bluetooth communication system.
In the third generation, the Rio received updated 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines. The first 107 hp engine. is offered only for the "Comfort" trim levels, but with a choice of transmission - it is either a five-speed "mechanics" or a four-speed "automatic". The 1.6-liter engine has a significantly higher power - 123 hp. - and is offered for complete sets starting from the "Luxe" version. At the same time, the transmission corresponds to the higher performance of the engine - it is a six-speed "mechanics" and a six-speed "automatic", although with a manual transmission the choice is limited only to the modifications "Luxe" and "Prestige".
As with the previous generation, the Rio is based on an updated platform Hyundai accent, with a changed wheelbase, which has grown to 2570 mm. The suspension as a whole has not undergone global changes. The front is still MacPherson strut, the back is semi-dependent. Rio element - good roads. The suspension as a whole is tuned for the sake of greater "stiffness", thanks to which the car handles well and enters corners. The minimum turning radius is 5.2 meters. Ground clearance of 160 mm still remains excellent indicator for our roads. There are other undoubted advantages of the Russian "optimization" - a washer reservoir increased to 4 liters, a high-power battery and an adapted cold start system.
In terms of safety, the Rio meets all the latest standards, of course, if we talk about maximum equipment. In the basic version, the car is equipped with only two front airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with brake force distribution (EBD) and a warning system emergency braking(ESS). Starting with the Prestige, the equipment includes: front side airbags and curtain airbags, as well as the stability control system (ESC). In 2012, the car received a high result in the EuroNCAP tests - a maximum of five stars.
