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2004 KIA Rio Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2004 KIA Rio: Quick Overview

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2004 KIA Rio Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 2004
Make Kia
Model Rio
Trim -
Style 4-Speed
Type Sedan
Category Compact Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In South Korea
Manufacturing City SOHARI
Dimensions
Doors 4-Door
Curb Weight 2458 pounds
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 5000 pounds
Overall Height 56.70 inches
Overall Length 166.90 inches
Overall Width 66.10 inches
Wheelbase Length 94.90 inches
Standard Seating 5
Engine & Performance
Engine 1.6L I4
Engine Size 1.6L
Engine Cylinders 4
Transmission 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission Type Automatic
Transmission Speeds 4-Speed
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System Non-ABS 4-Wheel ABS
Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) $9,740
Invoice Price $9,335
Delivery Charges $540

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What Problems Does the 2004 KIA Rio Have?

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2004 KIA Rio Prices and Market Value

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2004 KIA Rio Cost of Ownership

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2004 KIA Rio Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity 11.90 gallons
City Mileage 25 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage 32 miles/gallon

2004 KIA Rio Safety Rating

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IIHS
Rear Crash Protection/Head Restraint Ratings Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test Results Not Tested
Side Impact Test Results Not Tested

2004 KIA Rio Recalls & Defects

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery
Recall date 2004-04-09
Recall no. 04v179000
Source NHTSA
Summary ON Certain Passenger Vehicles, THE Fuel Intake Nipple OF THE Fuel Distributor IS Subject TO Fracture or Cracking During Removal OF THE Quick Connect Coupling Securing THE Main Fuel Tube Assembly TO THE Fuel Intake Nipple, or When Force IS Accidentally Applied TO THE Intake Nipple During THE Vehicle Assembly Process or During Engine Compartment Repairs.
Consequence Fuel Leakage IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source MAY Result IN A Fire.
Remedy Dealers Will Replace THE Fuel Distributor and Main Fuel Tube Assemblies. THE Recall Began June 18, 2004. Owners Should Contact KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
Notes KIA Recall NO. Sc036.customers CAN Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-Dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Child Seat
Recall date 2005-12-12
Recall no. 05v557000
Source NHTSA
Summary Certain Passenger Vehicles Fail TO Conform TO THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 225, 'child Restraint Anchorage Systems.' Certain Child Restraint Anchors Will NOT Fully Latch Onto THE Lower Latch Anchors Located Between THE Rear Seat Back and Rear Seat Cushion Because OF Interference Between THE Child Seat Anchors and A Metal Wire Located IN THE Frame OF THE Rear Seat Back. Until THE Recall Repair IS Completed, Follow THE Instructions Provided BY Your Child Seats Manufacturer ON HOW TO Properly Install THE Child Seat With Your Vehicle's Rear Safety Belts Rather Than Using THE Latch System.
Consequence IN THE Event OF A Vehicle Crash, IF THE Child Seat IS NOT Properly Installed, Personal Injury or Death Could Occur.
Remedy Dealers Will Replace THE Lower Anchors Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON January 30, 2006. Owners MAY Contact KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
Notes KIA Recall NO. Sc057.customers MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.

2004 KIA Rio Warranty

Basic
Original warranty 60 months / 60,000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired
Powertrain
Original warranty 120 months / 100,000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired
Rust
Original warranty 60 months / 100,000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired

2004 KIA Rio Insurance

Insurance for a 2004 KIA Rio is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 2004 KIA Rio Compare to Other Sedan?

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Final Verdict: Is the 2004 KIA Rio a Good Sedan?

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