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Marty Padgett, Executive Editor
TheCarConnection.com's editors read the latest reviews on the new 2008 Kia Rio to write this comprehensive review. Our car experts also drove the 2008 Kia Rio to be able to deliver our definitive opinion on the car, to compare it with other cars in the class, and to help you ...
By Marty Padgett, Executive Editor
2008 KIA RIO STYLING | [7 out of 10] Cars.com: "a European-inspired exterior" Edmunds: "some cheap plastic trim" Car and Driver: "it looks like something you might actually want to drive" TheCarConnection.com found that reviewers consider the 2008 Kia Rio to be somewhat attractive, but not thrilling, even at its low price. The 2008 Kia Rio has two body styles to choose from: the Kia Rio four-door sedan and the five-door. Cars.com touts the exterior features that give both Rios a decent amount of pizzazz: a black mesh grille, "swept-back" headlights, bumpers with black inserts, and black body-side moldings. According to Cars.com, the Rio’s profile has what Kia calls a “subtle wedge shape, with sculpted arches at each fender.” Kelley Blue Book thinks it's "quite the looker," and J.D. Power says the Kia's "European-influenced appearance imparts a sporty and ...
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What Edmunds.com says Pleasant to drive, the 2008 Kia Rio and Rio5 are the smallest cars Kia sells but they're two of the biggest bargains. Pros Smooth ride, stable handling, attractive... Read full review
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Vehicle OverviewEssentially mimicking the Rio5 SX hatchback, the SX sedan includes larger wheels and a sportier interior. The Rio sedan competes with other small cars, including the... Read full review
We got the 2008 Rio 5 LX with 5-speed manual. We are very pleased with our choice so far. The car is attractive, fun to drive, and it is good enough power-, handling-, and feature-wise for... Read full review
"I am partial to smaller cars because they handle great and cut through traffic much easier, plus the gas mileage of course. I purchased my 06 Rio used for 7k with 32k miles. For the price... Read full review
I bought this car as a commuter car. It is great. I get 34 mpg combined driving. It is cute, the girls love it. I did not buy it for that though. It made sense to me a good value in a nice... Read full review
| Trim | MSRP / Invoice | Fuel Econ |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Kia Rio: 4dr Sedan Man | $10,890 / $10,465 | City: 32 Hwy: 35 |
| 2008 Kia Rio: 4dr Sedan Man LX | $12,815 / $12,160 | City: 32 Hwy: 35 |
| 2008 Kia Rio: 4dr Sedan Auto LX | $13,665 / $12,970 | City: 29 Hwy: 38 |
| 2008 Kia Rio: 4dr Sedan Man SX | $13,615 / $12,915 | City: 32 Hwy: 35 |
| 2008 Kia Rio: 4dr Sedan Auto SX | $14,465 / $13,730 | City: 29 Hwy: 38 |
| 2008 Kia Rio: 5dr HB Man Rio5 LX | $12,915 / $12,250 | City: 27 Hwy: 32 |
| 2008 Kia Rio: 5dr HB Auto Rio5 LX | $13,765 / $13,060 | City: 25 Hwy: 35 |
| 2008 Kia Rio: 5dr HB Man Rio5 SX | $13,870 / $13,160 | City: 27 Hwy: 32 |
| 2008 Kia Rio: 5dr HB Auto Rio5 SX | $14,715 / $13,965 | City: 25 Hwy: 35 |
TheCarConnection.com's editors read the latest reviews on the new 2008 Kia Rio to write this comprehensive review. Our car experts also drove the 2008 Kia Rio to ... Read full bottom line
2008 KIA RIO STYLING | [7 out of 10] Cars.com: "a European-inspired exterior" Edmunds: "some cheap plastic trim" Car and Driver: "it looks like something you ... Read full review
MSRP: $10,890 - $14,715
We got the 2008 Rio 5 LX with 5-speed manual. We are very pleased with our choice so far. The car is attractive, fun to drive, and it is good enough power-... Read more
"I am partial to smaller cars because they handle great and cut through traffic much easier, plus the gas mileage of course. I purchased my 06 Rio used for 7k... Read more
I bought this car as a commuter car. It is great. I get 34 mpg combined driving. It is cute, the girls love it. I did not buy it for that though. It made sense... Read more
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