2005 Kia Rio for sale
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 9.4 to 9.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
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- Combined
- 9.4 to 9.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
Rent a 2005 Kia Rio for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
2005 Kia Rio specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6L 4-cylinder | 1.6L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 221 g/km | 230 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.57 | $15.19 |
2005 Kia Rio: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 22 | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 30 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 708 L (25 cu ft) | 708 L (25 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,700 | US$2,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,914 | $3,038 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2005 Kia Rio
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 37 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (12), engine (5) and air bags (4). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05V557000 | 2005-12-12 | child seat | 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... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2005 Kia Rio?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2005 Kia Rio for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. This page puts the 2005 Kia Rio in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the Rio
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Under the hood
Under the hood: the 1.6L 4-cylinder and front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
At 9.4 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 28 litres of fuel. For 1,000 km, budget about $145.70 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,700 a year for 15,000 miles.
Who the Rio suits
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Practical details
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. At 708 litres, the trunk fits bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Drive it on your own roads
Drive the Rio on your commute before you commit to it. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. If the Rio is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge.
Picking a year and a trim
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$2,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $145.70 at our price setting.
One more step
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2005 Kia Rio from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2005 Kia Rio for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2005 Kia Rio
Does CarmaCars sell the 2005 Kia Rio?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2005 Kia Rio before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2005 Kia Rio have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2005 Kia Rio cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2914.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.