2012 Kia Rio - Expert Reviews
Expert Reviews from Around the Web
We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 4 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2012 kia rio Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Interior Design and Special Features: The Rio's cabin boasts very good build and materials quality. Although there is a lot of hard plastic trim, it is nicely grained and doesn't scream economy car. Indeed, in the upper trims, features such as a soft-touch dash top, sliding center armrest and tasteful metallic accents give the impression that the Rio is a cut above what you'd expect in this class. The climate and audio controls are easy to use, as is the optional navigation system. The Uvo voice-activated telematics system is another nice bonus, although we've found it isn't quite as... |
| #2 |
2012 Kia Rio Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...LX models have a standard height-adjustable driver's seat and a CD stereo with auxiliary and USB inputs. The midlevel EX has standard power windows with an automatic up/down feature for the driver, Bluetooth connectivity and a 60/40-split folding backseat. SX models add metal pedals, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, illuminated vanity mirrors, a trip computer, cruise control, and Kia's Uvo communication and entertainment system that incorporates a backup camera. SX models can have the optional Premium Package, which includes a navigation system, push-button start, heated front... |
| #3 |
2012 Kia Rio5 Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...LX models have a standard height-adjustable driver's seat and a CD stereo with auxiliary and USB inputs. The midlevel EX has standard power windows with an automatic up/down feature for the driver, Bluetooth connectivity and a 60/40-split folding backseat. SX models add metal pedals, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, illuminated vanity mirrors, a trip computer, cruise control, and Kia's Uvo communication and entertainment system that incorporates a backup camera. SX models can have the optional Premium Package, which includes a navigation system, push-button start, heated front... |
| #4 |
2012 Kia Rio OverviewSource: CarGurus...dual exhaust outlets, sports suspension calibration, 17-inch tires on alloy wheels, larger front brakes, projector headlamps, LED tail and front running lights, fog lamps, painted center dash, alloy pedal covers and UVO entertainment with rear camera. There is even a premium package available that adds a moonroof, UVO navigation, leather seats, heated front seats, pushbutton start/smart key and LED map lights.Some of the other changes for 2012 include a 2.5-inch longer wheelbase and transmission choices that include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic, which replace the 5-speed manual... |
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If you haven't heard about it yet, there's a new racing spec making the rounds of the small-car world: B-Spec. Build to cross series boundaries and make racing a near-stock... October 11, 2011 by Nelson Ireson 1
2012 Kia Rio: Stop/Start For One Of America's Cheapest Cars
Stop-start technology is an easy way of improving a car's fuel economy by a few MPG and lowering emissions - especially if you regularly commute in heavy traffic. However... September 26, 2011 by Antony Ingram
2012 Kia Rio Sedan: 2011 New York Auto Show
We first saw the Hatchback version of the brand new 2012 Kia Rio debut last month at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show and now it’s the Sedan’s turn for the spotlight... April 21, 2011 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2012 Kia Rio Sedan Coming To New York Auto Show
High Gear Media's own Joel Feder is on the ground in Phoenix at a Kia event today, and he tells us that Kia has confirmed the new Rio sedan will be on display at the 2011 New... March 31, 2011 by Nelson Ireson 10
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