2022 Kia Rio S Tech: TEST DRIVE+FULL REVIEW
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- Опубліковано 29 бер 2022
- Huge thanks to Darrious at Regal Kia in Lakeland, FL for making this review possible. You can check out their inventory at regalkia.com or give them a call at (863)342-5239 and ask for Darrious. Thanks for watching!
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Gotta give props to this guy for trying to make this review interesting. Kia Rio is meant to be a very value-oriented car. There is nothing "Premium" or "Aggressive" about it at all - but it's not supposed to be. It's a subcompact economy car, and it will get you to where you need to go, and is very reliable. With that said, you are hard pressed to find ANYTHING for under $20K new these days.
This is my first car. Have never been more grateful.
thanks a lot for this review. this is going to be the first car im buying myself in a few weeks. can’t wait🙏🏾
I have a 2021 Kia Rio hatchback and love it so far..had it for about 6 months now. No issues and surprisingly roomy inside. Also, I get almost 45 MPG, which is awesome! It's a real fun ride and the sound system is decent, too.
Hows the visibility?
@@cyclonus01 it's great! Not really any blind spots..really open feeling
Nice. Probably will end up getting one in 2023
How is the transmission?
How tall are you ?
thank you for making this video, i have been looking for a good recent review of this car
@Nayah Bean hiii lol
Same. I have the 2013 Kia Rio LX &I love it, but it is getting on in years (100K+ miles). So once it becomes too much upkeep &I have enough for a good down payment, that’s when I’ll upgrade to another Kia Rio hatchback. 🥰💕 I love my car so much though, so it’ll be a long time before I have the heat to give her up. Lol
For anyone wanting this model, do yourself a huge favor. Spend the extra for the S trim. It might seem minor, but once you're used to having a center console/arm-rest; you're not going to want to be without it. And, thanks to the KIA Boys, you're definitely going to want the tech. package. If for nothing else than the Push-Button Starter. That way, no one can steal your Rio with just a USB cable.
If this sounds a bit too pricey, keep in mind that (except for its twin from Hyundai) the Rio's competitors all use that miserable CVT Jatco automatic transmission option. Nissan Versa, Mitsubishi Mirage, and even the Chevy Spark. Basically, it's a matter of when (not if) that trans. breaks down on you. No one re-builds them. Only solution is to get a brand new from the dealer put in. Literally the 2nd most expensive part in your car is that transmission. Now all of a sudden, you're paying double for those competitors. Thankfully the Rio has a traditional 6-speed automatic. Ironically, the KIA Rio and its Hyundai Accent twin are _still_ your best bet for cheap, reliable, transportation in America if you want a new car.
Are you aware that this Rio has a CVT (Kia calls it IVT)? They switched away from the 6 speed auto a few years back. Those shifts you hear in the video are fake gears.
@@ADiddy88 You are correct! Plus there is no manual option either.
Best thing to do is buy one from a dealership that offers a lifetime warranty on the powertrain. Not all dealerships do this and the ones that do are doing it through insurance companies so you didn't have to worry about your dealership and warranty going out of business. You can take your car anywhere to have it fixed.
not only that, but I think the Tech package includes Kia Connect to track you car. Not sure if stanard S trim includes that, but def the Tech Package! Push start + Kia Connect alone makes it worth it + you get other goodies. Should def help resale value down the road!
Love the review on the 22 rio. I plan on getting one in August and it looks like a really fun ride!
Great review. Very thorough. New Rio is impressive. Thanks.
Thank you thank you thank you! For showing the car and not your face! Hate it when youtuber shows their face driving the car instead of the car's POV like you do! Subscribed.
Great video! My daughter picks hers up next week.
5:35 dude really thought that was an aggressive sounding horn 💀
We always bought used car because thats what we can afford. But thanks to this car, now we’re talking to buy a new one this time because we’re getting kia rio. It’s really good deal for how much it is!
CONGRATULATIONS 🎊
What about safety??
1yr ownership update. Mileage + reliability? I'm looking into getting a 23 model sometime soon, but any feedback is apperciate. Thanks, also what trim level did you get? I'm going for Tech package.
Recently brought a 2023 version of this in Blue with the black interior Really reliable and fun car to drive around. Drives smooths and the CVT is pretty cool too. Love this car!
Glad you like it! Good luck with the car 👍🏼
Do yourself a favor and don't wait the factory oil change interval of 8000 miles before changing your oil. Do it every 3000 miles regardless of what type of oil you are using. I have used conventional oil all my life and respectively taken two vehicles over 200,000 miles and my current vehicle over a 140,000 miles. The last two cars haven't and don't burn any oil. My first car did from the moment I bought it, not my fault, it was a used car with 59,000 miles on it. The other two I owned from new and for 13 and 14 years each. Take it from someone with many years of experience, change that oil every 3000 miles!
@@irongoose3865I change the oil on my Kia Rio 11 times in 7 years of used
Bought that thing in 2013 sold it in 2020 / was 126 thousand miles
Never had problems
Sinthetic oil u don’t have to change it all times
Will last longer than regular oil
i just bought my 2021 rio from the same dealership and i love it.
Thank you for this!
You’re so welcome!! 👍🏼
Thank you for this review! Seems like this is the car I might be purchasing soon. Seems a great car and I read some of the comments and seems like it doesn't have much mechanic issues.
Did you end up getting one?
@@chuckm7789 not at the moment, but did my research and consulted a mechanic and he said those cars are quite reliable. Those cars are the same as Hyundai. To me doesn't matter the brand even expensive cars come with factory defects. But in the end, researching that Kia is quite reliable and for the price, it's a good car.
@@josebracero4050did you end up getting one?
i just got a 2023 kia rio i love it great gas millage .
Excellent review.
Thanks for the review, this might be the one
Thanks for the comment man wish you luck! 👍🏼
Beautiful scenery!
Thanks man.
We have a 2022 kia k5 lx and got the base 2022 rio (my wife drives the k5) as a 2nd vehicle and I'm perfectly to happy to drive it everyday
I just ordered mine, these are hard to get now days, especially if you want the tech package. Mines should be next month 🎉🎉🎉
Did you get it? How is it?
1yr update. How's the Rio holding up? Mileage + reliability in 1yrs time. Any feedback is appericated thanks!
Adding my 10 cents here. I own a 2nd gen Rio LX, 2012 with 6 speed automatic and 138HP engine and 132 torque. It has only 41,00 miles. Can't let go of this little marvel. Only one major repair: front brakes. So I guess a 2022 Rio has better engineering then go for it. It's the first nearly problem free car I owned. A little hard on gas when driving in the city but that's about it. As for the ride, road noise are present but handling is superb. I'll go for Kia for my next car when the crisis is over.
Road noise is usally due to tires. If you slap on some nice Bridgestones or if you want go fancy get some Michilien the noise shouldnt be as present.
Nice car and review
Just bought one of these!
Good luck with the car! 👍🏼
I had a 2022 Kia Rio S and traded it in because I was interested in buying a Kia Sportage. Long story short, I ended up with a Mitaubishi Mirage as a daily driver & I definitely regret the decisions that led me to this point. I'll definitely be buying another new Rio in a couple years.
My S didn't have the technology package included, so was slightly different than this, but was an amazing car nonetheless
Curious why you chose the Mirage over the Rio you already had? The Mirage has its own unique charm, but there's no getting around that it's a much slower and noisier car.
How did you end up with a mirage
I also plan on getting a Rio S w/o tech package. Having rear discs breaks are an extra expensive for me & I plan on doing rideshare with the car part-time. Keyless entry is cool to have, but I'm coming from an 05 civic so it's not a dead heart for me to have a physical key & ignition.
I decided to go for mileage and lower monthly payment so traded in my 2019 Sportage LX on a 2022 Rio Hatchback with tech package. As much as I loved the Sportage, this Rio in hatchback version WITH tech package is just right for a single person or couple. PLENTY of room in both driving compartment and in the back, especially with seats down. Mileage thus far is 44+ mpg overall- and that's a pretty good mix of city/highway. Acceleration is every bit as good as the Sportage and it's a smooth ride. I wouldn't buy it without the tech pkg which is-disc brakes all around, nice alloy wheels, LED headlights, pushbutton start, automated climate control, and some VERY nice safety features including FCA, LKA, LFA, LDW, ROA, DAW, HBA. I'm not under the delusion that it's any sort of luxury car but it's great if you need a modern, basic, reliable car that's not bad at all to drive.
Are you still happy with it? I'm considering one, my fiesta was totalled and I loved it. I average around 140 miles a day so mpg really matters. I was getting 39mpg in the fiesta. Only thing I didn't like was if you had the AC on the engine lost a lot of power
@@Rexpbass I am still getting really good mileage- about 43 city/highway combined, keeping in mind it's just me in the car about 90% of the time. I've had road trips to Montréal, Toronto, and Michigan and it travels VERY well for such a small car. I didn't use the AC that much but found little difference in power with it on. My only "negative" is that is is very low to the ground and you really can't see much "down the road" if you have a vehicle in front of you. I'd buy it again but, as I mentioned before, the tech pkg is an absolute must and I am glad I did go for it.
@@craigramsay53 thank you for the response and information sir!!
@@Rexpbass avec plaisir/with pleasure!
closing in on a nearly a year of ownership, any thoughts to share with somebody who wants to use it for rideshare might get a new one w/o tech package? The alloy rims don't do it for me & the rear disc brakes* are an extra expense for my usage. Also, it maybe too soon, but does Kia stick by their warranty? Thank you!
Take one for the team and see how it does in a head on collision
I really want one of these
Wish you luck!
My engine just blew so it seems like this is what I'm going with for the best price
Do these sit pretty low, how are they getting in and out of?
Good review. I know there are many factors involved, but I still think it is sick how this $16k economy car sleezes its way upto $20k. The tech packages is a legitimate addon...but the mats (etc) are debatable. Is anyone able to even order a car like this these days?
Yeah I found a dealership in TX that is able to order my Rio S with the Tech package (and dumbass floor mats).
Toyota charges $299 for floormats while Kia charges $155, so I wouldn't complain.
@@palebeachbum yessss.. Corolla with dumbass accessories goes up to 23.5k.. can the customer negotiate on added accessories??
@@cameronspears1386 Which dealership, if you don’t mind me asking?
I'd say 20k is worth it considering the lane keep assist system alone.
I also reviewed the Kia Rio! Must say it has potentials, but the design did seem dated
Do a video on 2022 Corolla le sedan
In mexico they sell an S pack version that looks much sportier on the outside and inside wish they could sell something like that in the us
Everywhere else except USA these cars look better. Canadian gets a sunroof + fog lights! Why US always get ripped off. I'd gladly pay $1000 more for monroof + fog lights & heated seats!
TAKE IT OUT ON THE HIGHWAY! 😉😧I-275, better yet, I-75, 301. Get it up to highway speeds 65-75mph. The 2021 KIA RIO S had a handling issue during highway speeds. Anyone have the same issue with the 2022 model? Wind gust would push vehicle around. Reports state they had to have have a firm grip on the steering wheel. Semi passes by you will feel it. I drove one and you really had to be mindful on the highway. One good wind gust could push you over to the neighboring lane.
Good for city driving, excellent turning radius, not so much for highway driving though. Has anyone had a similar experience? The horn is weak too. Tall people, you may want to reconsider. 6 ' or taller. I'm 5'4 so it good for me. I've had people over 6 foot in this model car and they look uncomfortable sitting in back/passenger seat. Just my take on it. Buyer beware. 😉
Thanks for feedback. I drive @ night mostly, so I wouldnt stress about highway driving much & local is perfect. Still better then a Mirage for similar price.
I wish dealerships and salesman would stop saying they started 16 F now they’re always adding in an extra thousand destinations charge just say 17,000
Can’t figure out how to drop my back seats
Would you say this is a better car than the 2022 Hyundai Accent? Or about the same?
I went with the Rio because it has an adjustable arm rest, bigger screen, and wireless CarPlay
@@eugenebridge6157 I was bummed because they didn’t have the accent but after reading your comment I’m confident with my choice, thank you!
Hi good morning
Can the safety features be turned off? I like the S for the other features, im just not a big fan of the safety ones. Can they be permanently turned off?
In the settings, you can turn them off. Permanently, not so sure. Maybe lane keep can be but dont think anything else. I'd go to dealership & find yourself. If you do find out let me know, thanks!
I’m looking for a new car. I thought about a new car or a slightly used car. For the new car, i was thinking either the Hyundai accent or this kia rio
What’s better the rio or the forte lxs 2022
The Forte is a bit larger but after test-driving it for over 400 miles in a rental, I found the suspension to be *way* too jarring and harsh over even moderate potholes and other road imperfections. The front seats were also a bit too stiff for longer trips. The Rio's ride is definitely more composed compared to the Forte, which is why I ultimately went with the Rio.
No telescoping steering wheel in 2022 is kind of ridiculous. Think the Mirage is about the only other new vehicle that doesn't have that normal feature. I have long legs and have to push the seat all the way back and adjust the seatback back as well. Without telescoping my arms are stretched completely out in a car.
None in the 2023 either.
Pin stripe? 😧
Does the car key support remote start?
The one with Tech pack has remote start.
Do they come with leather seats?
No
Good)
This model top trim Rio S is more comparable with the top trim Mirage SE vs the base ES Mirage you reviewed l. The top trim Mirage SE comes in a great deal cheaper then this Rio S with Tech Package. The top trim Mirage SE has LED headlights, LED tail lights (Rio has halogen tail lights), fog lights (Rio has no fog lights available), 15 inch alloy wheels, led turn signals in mirrors, auto high beams, forward collision with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, heated seats (cannot get heated seats on any new Rio in USA). So when you compare the top trim Rio S with tech package and Mirage SE top trim these are very comparable with a few features give or take each way but the Mirage comes in over $1,000.00 cheaper fully equipped. Now if you go with the top trim Mirage G4 SE sedan it is basically the same price as this Rio S with tech package. Mirage gets better MPG and beats its listed MPG numbers but has less power than the Rio. If you want a sedan the Mirage G4 sedan has a much larger rear seat than the Rio sedan or Rio hatch. The Mirage hatch and Rio sedan or Rio hatch the rear seats will be very similar in size looking at numbers. Both are great cars. I have owned 3 Mirages a 2015, 2017, 2021 and I have owned 1 Rio a 2002, I liked them all but I really just like the Mirages for the features, mpg, reliability, cheap maintenance, simple and easy to work on if you want to on your own. Both have the same long warranties so you cant go wrong with the Rio or Mirage its just more in what you prefer. I would still choose a Mirage SE top trim over a Nissan Versa SR top trim but it is close 2nd for me and I would take the Versa SR over the Rio S any day. The new Nissan Versas are extremely well equipped, look great and have many updates for 2023 and are an amazing value. Only downside is they have a much shorter warranty all the way around than the Kia Rio or Mitsubishi Mirage. If it were me I would drive the Mitsubishi Mirage and Mirage G4, Kia Rio, Nissan Versa, Chevy Spark (cancelled after 2022), Hyundai Accent (cancelled after 2022) and see what car fits you best for your needs as they are all good cars when you get down to it but each one has its differences for different peoples likes and needs.
I’m quite interested in mirage, but how about the acceleration on freeway, cause all the car here is so crazy, I have to keep up with the traffic to merge.
@@shantai3948 It really does fine. Check out some of my videos on my page with it merging on the steep hill on to I-68 it gets up to speed. I have never ran into any issues merging on to our interstate where I cant get on or have to make cars slow down till I get going it just does its think and gets up to speed and the automatic CVT does a really good job holding its speed at 70 mph say and even on hills it puts the rpms right in its power band and stays there with out hunting up and down to hold its speed its just steady.
I payed 23,750 for a used one with the technology package. 10k miles. Did I get scammed by The kia dealer? I 100% feel like he scammed the crap out of me.
they robbed you bro. New one goes for 20600, LOL. Then you get 60k miles powertrain warranty, not 100k! BRING THAT SHIT BACK OR SELL IT if you cant get 15-16k back then just run it & baby it. Oil changes every 4k miles, dont do the 7k miles otherwise you'll kick yourself later on. Make sure to do everything by the books & dont need go to dealership for everything. If you can save $40-50 on oil change @ trused mechanic then go ahead. I'd do anything else at dealership with transmission flush. Anything else I'd let mechanic do like brakes, tune-up, etc. Keep receipts for records cause warranty would want to know if you did oil changes on time since most mechanics dont log that unless it's like those quick lube spots.
@@dbzownz12345 Bad thing is the dealer lied to me, He just said that "high prices is just what cars are going for theses days. This is just how it is now." "Nothings been near MSRP since Covid." I tried to take it back the next day. Saying If feel like I was ripped off and he didn't tell me about the curb rash and DENT! . They said since I signed for it its nothing they could do. The deal was done.
The used car interest I'm getting Fucked hard. Doing the math Mileage wise this car should last me 14 years. so its worth having. I needed it. I just made a shit deal.
It seems like a very nice entry-level car, but I'm so perplexed by the packaging of this car. They offer a choice of black or gray upholstery, yet the gray is only available with black or gray exterior paint. Why not the rest of the paint colors? It coordinates with them all. In the U.S. the Rio is only offered in 1 trim level, the "S". That's also very unusual. Most cars are offered with at least 3 trim levels. If you want any options on the Rio, you're forced to buy them all in the optional tech package for $1,800, which is a big ask for a cheap entry-level car. When they introduced the redesigned Rio in 2018, it was offered with multiple trim levels and features that aren't even offered now, such as leather upholstery. I wonder why they've dumbed it down.
The way I see ita either you deal with it or go for another car. The way things are going I'm wonder how much longer they will keep selling this car in the US. Suvs are taking over here usa and pick up truck..
@@asmokingp3005 yes, problem is there aren't many other hatchbacks offered in the U.S. Mitsubishi Mirage, which doesn't drive nearly as well and is only $1,000 cheaper, or the still not as good Chevy Spark which is only a few hundred cheaper and discontinued for 2023. Both of those options are smaller too.
that engine at idle makes a weird noise
Do you need it in sport mode to use the "manual" shift mode? I haven't tried using the shifting mode yet..just sport
You don't need it in sport mode to use manual mode. In the drove mode Just pull the lever toward you. The dash display will show you the gear the car is in
They should offer adaptive cruise control on this cars already
Just something else to break.
It’s such a shame that the Rio and accent are discontinued.
No the rio is still for 2023
@@Kazze1 I hope, it’s weird that they discontinued the accent but not the Rio given they are basically the same and have similar sales figures
Dawg i got a 2008 rio
Hands down best car in the world. I absolutely like everything about this car EXCEPT,
it just can't seem to pull itself up the hills. The car needs to be in Sports mode to climb uphill or while merging onto freeways. Wish they had the Sports mode button somewhere in the steering wheel area, and not down near the gear shifter area..
finding the Sports mode button is so difficult, nearly impossible, while driving.
I need to look down to find it which is so not safe while trying to speed up... And logic dictates people will most likely use Sports mode while trying to speed up.. so kinda makes no sense to put the Sports mode button in such a difficult to locate (while driving) place.
Kia if you are reading this, please make the Sports mode button bigger or put in near the steering wheels area.
The top trim SE Mirage comes with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, auto HVAC, push button start, proximity key, a much nicer Alpine touchscreen, rain sensing wipers, LED front/back lights, auto dimming rear view mirror, rocker Fosgate speakers, collision mitigation, and pedestrian detection. All this and it's still $3k cheaper than the Rio.
The Rio's mpg can't touch the Mirage's either. The Mirage can easily net 50 mph with proper hyper milling techniques, the Rio, not so much.
Kia's new CVT or "IVT" technology is still very new and hasn't had much time to establish if it's going to be reliable.
Meanwhile the Mirage has demonstrated fantastic CVT reliability since 2013.
I’m not sure but I think they offer 6 year /100000 mile warranty
@@michellesaulsbury7821 Hyundai, KIA, and Mitsubishi all offer a 5 year/60k bumper to bumper warranty and a 10 year/100k mile powertrain warranty. If you're a subsequent owner you only get the remainder of a different 5 year/60k mile powertrain warranty. It's not bumper to bumper but it's better than nothing. Some MFGs offer no subsequent owner warranty at all.
@@kylemas2005 I agree, but just sell the Kia @ 90k miles then. If you want get cheap car, get it. Beat on it, then sell before warranty ends. It's that simple, dont get attached to it & work yourself into a car you'll be happy to daily. Dont think ppl go around bragging about Mirage/Rio like it's a corvette.
This guy hates the Mitsubishi Mirage - LOL!
Unless you are test driving a golf cart you shouldn't be comparing any car to The Mitsubishi Mirage. A fair comparison would be something like The Nissan Versa. Or The Chevy little car.
Dealer ship in my town is asking 23,000 for one
If after including taxes and dealership addons, sounds about right. I bought mine for $22,500 out-the-door price in late 2021 when car prices were insanely high.
If that's just what they are asking for the car before taxes and their addons, run away and don't look back.
@@ululukululu450 ok thanks
For that price the car better have 0 miles on it when driving off the lot.
They are selling these for $18K in my area.
I haven't tried to buy one yet but if the process goes as bad as trying to buy a Nissan Versa all I can say is good luck getting one at that price.
Brand new?
@@chipwilliams6236 Yes, I have one
Why do you keep comparing the Rio to the Mirage? They're in different segments, compact vs subcompact.
The otd price on a Rio is going to be near $23k. A top spec SE Mirage OTD price is still under $20k.
You're comparing apples to oranges.
The Mirage is a golf cart. What an embarrassment to Mitsubishi after all the cool cars they used to make over the years. I drive a Lancer now and have had it since 2008. I'd buy another one tomorrow if they still made them but as it stands the only car they make is that golf cart.
It’s not a tiger tooth nose. It’s tiger nose.
Pov you’re a Mitsubishi Mirage: 😢😢
Same car as Hyundai accent
They dropped The Accent for 2023.
Lake Land 😂
If you paid 32000 you got scammed
Doesn't surprise me. The stealerships are still crying chip shortages and the stealerships I've been dealing with lately just won't deal. They assume you walk out and wait for a sucker to walk in.
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It sounds awful are you seriously okay with this post?
Stop saying this Cost 17000. It might before you sign but after it's around 32000. And yes I bought one with a 760 credit score and it did not matter. I regret buying this car.
I’m 20 & know absolutely nothing about cars lol. I’ve been wanting to get this as my first car bc of the price but how did everything end up costing $32k if you don’t mind telling me?
Terrible haggling skills,probably
@@lolapearly Make sure you read everything before signing. I also recommend you bring someone with you who is more knowledgeable. The person who paid 32k likely got scammed or has an extremely high interest rate (anything over 5% is too high).
I’m locked in for a 22 Rio S with tech package for 20K.
@@cameronspears1386 Was it 20k out the door, or 20k plus taxes?
I got it for $22,000 with a 638 $900 down. Dallas. Got a good job. He saw the stubs
Kia is cheap junk. Buy a Nissan Versa for a quality car that costs less, looks better and is built much better.
Nah Nissans break down easily and is unreliable, especially the Versa
Kia is cheap junk agree, but the warranty that they offer and considering the price of the car it's still worth it. The car will definitely last longer then the warranty and at that point of it breaks just buy a new one
Most of the Kia's actually have one of the best reliability records on the road and the best warranty. I'll take reliable any day. That being said I have a 2010 Kia Soul, 1st gen and would never buy a new Soul. The prices have soared and they have issues. I have never had issues with mine. Start adding more tech sh!!t, change the engines/transmissions and more problems happen.
I've looked at both vehicles and I have to say the build quality on both vehicles is good but The Kia's is impressive! Two of the Nissan dealerships I've been to offered lifetime warranties on the powertrains but The Nissan dealerships won't order a car for you and won't deal either.
I just looked my first Rio today, it was a sedan so I wasn't interested but just for the sake of getting a feel for the vehicle I was impressed with it's build quality more so then The Versa.
As for purchase I will soon find out if Kia dealerships are stealerships or not.
The Nissan dealerships are very disappointing at this point and I'm about to give up on The Versa do to the insane markups and unwillingness to deal from Nissan dealerships.
I think all it will take is one good test drive in The Rio hatchback to write off any Nissans.