2003 Kia Rio Review

2003 Kia Rio is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 166.90 in length and 56.70 in height. Made in South Korea, 2003 Kia Rio has 1 trim priced by the manufacturer at 9,665 with just total of 3 recalls in the past 2003 Kia Rio. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 11.90 gallon. The engine is 1.6L L4 DOHC 16V and uses 25 - 26 of gasoline in the city and 25 - 26 on highways.

Make: Kia
Model: Rio
Trims Available: 1
Location: SOUTH KOREA
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 1.6L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Driveline: FWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $9,665 USD
MPG: 25 - 26 City / 32 - 33 HWY
Tires: 175/65R14
Tank Size: 12 gallon

Kia Rio 2003 Trims

2003 Kia Rio Sedan

Engine: 1.6L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 25 - 26 City / 32 - 33 HWY

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Safety & Recalls

Recall 04V179000 started on /Date(1081483200000-0400)/.

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.

Recall 05V557000 started on /Date(1134363600000-0500)/.

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.

Recall 06V294000 started on /Date(1154664000000-0400)/.

Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." WHEN USED WITH CERTAIN CHILD SEATS, THE AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) FUNCTION IN THE REAR OUTBOARD SEATBELT ASSEMBLIES MAY DISENGAGE.

Consequence: IF A CHILD SEAT IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED, THERE IS AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH REAR OUTBOARD SEATBELT ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI-KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

FAQ

2003 Kia Rio is made in South Korea between 2001 to 2021.

The 2003 Kia Rio is FWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

If you consider used 2003 Kia Rio look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 2003 Kia Rio’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 25 - 26 miles, which is lower then 2002 Kia Rio.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2003 Kia Rio so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2003 Kia Rio is lower than $4,833.

There are 3 recalls recorded in our database for 2003 Kia Rio that’s on average below the average number of recalls per car in our database.

Kia All models of 2003

Kia Optima

$9,665 - $9,665
25 - 26 City / 32 - 33 HWY
1 Trims
5
true
1.6L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Rio

$9,665 - $9,665
25 - 26 City / 32 - 33 HWY
1 Trims
5
true
1.6L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Rio CINCO

$9,665 - $9,665
25 - 26 City / 32 - 33 HWY
1 Trims
5
true
1.6L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Sedona

$9,665 - $9,665
25 - 26 City / 32 - 33 HWY
1 Trims
5
true
1.6L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Sorento

$9,665 - $9,665
25 - 26 City / 32 - 33 HWY
1 Trims
5
true
1.6L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Spectra

$9,665 - $9,665
25 - 26 City / 32 - 33 HWY
1 Trims
5
true
1.6L L4 DOHC 16V

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