Kia Rio 2010 FAQs

Check out real-world situations relating to the Kia Rio 2010 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

• Ask Smithy Xtra New Kia Rio pulling left

  Kia has told us that they have had a handful of cases of new cars pulling left, but said they have all been fixed with a wheel alignment. They also told us they have no record of your complaint and would be happy to check your car. Take it to your dealer and ask them to contact Kia for help.

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• Can I get a spare key copy for a recently purchased 2010 Kia Rio?

  Yes, there are plenty of companies selling replacement keys for this car. The cost will depend on whether it’s a conventional key or an electronically coded key with a remote locking function built in to it. Just be careful if ordering online, though, as some replacement keys include only the hardware and not the internal electronics.

  In many cases, you need to source the replacement key and then have a locksmith physically cut the key so that it works in your car. In some cases, you may have to prove ownership of the car before the locksmith will do this. Some keys then need to be electronically coded to `talk’ to the vehicle.

  If you want a no hassle experience, there are even locksmiths who will come to you and cut the key on site, but you’ll pay a call-out fee as well as the cost of the key itself.

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• Kia Rio safety

  Good to hear. We get a lot of complaints about various cars, many about the new types of automatic transmissions, which seem to be the bugbear of today's owners. While we focus on things like the dual-clutch automatics we forget about the really great advances that have been made in car technology. There's no better example of that advancement than the safety of the cars we now drive.

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