Kia Rio 2017 FAQs

Check out real-world situations relating to the Kia Rio 2017 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

• Is there a new drivetrain coming for the Kia Rio?

  It’s not likely to be in the next 12 months is the word we’ve been given.

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• Kia Rio 2017: Jerky gear change

  It needs investigation, and because it is still under warranty I would urge you take it to a Kia dealer. It could be that the fluid needs to be changed, although it shouldn’t at such low kilometres, so perhaps it’s something to do with the driveline computer.

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• Skoda Fabia 2017: Would it make a good first car?

  I think that a Kia Rio would be an excellent choice as a first car. Especially since a Rio built in the time frame you’re looking at will still have a big chunk of its factory warranty left to run. The Kia seven-year/unlimited kilometre warranty is the best around, really, and provided the car you buy has a complete service record, that warranty will be real peace of mind.

  Also, the Rio is known to be a good, solid car that has a good reputation for reliability and durability. The Skoda Fabia, meantime, suffers from the poor reputation of is dual-clutch transmission. The Fabia is also a bit of an orphan in Australia, meaning that it’s largely overlooked by buyers. That means it will potentially be more difficult to unload when you daughter looks to upgrade her car in a few years.

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