Handling and Braking
Considering it’s one of the least expensive affordable small cars in the class, the 2011 Kia Rio handles very well. Test drivers report that its ride is smooth and stable, and the cabin is quiet at highway speeds. They do caution, however, that the Rio’s suspension doesn’t absorb a lot of bumps on rough roads. You’ll have to pay more for a car with a smoother ride, like the Kia Forte. It costs $1,650 more but offers more standard features than nearly any car in the class and a better suspension. If the Forte is too expensive, don’t worry; the Rio is well suited for city driving and will meet most drivers’ needs just fine.
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Safety features of your vehicle
Seats
Seat belts
Child restraint system
Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system ...
Interior features
Cigarette lighter (if equipped)
For the cigarette lighter to work, the ignition
switch must be in the ACC or ON
position.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it all the
way into its socket. When ...
Convenience
The Kia Rio's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit
in the average sedan. ...


