Is the 2013 Kia Rio reliable?

How Reliable Is the 2013 Kia Rio? The 2013 Kia Rio has a reliability rating of three out of five stars from J.D. Power, which is average for the automotive industry.

How many miles will a 2013 Kia Rio last?

With proper care and maintenance, a Kia Rio can last for 200,000 miles or more. If you drive an average of 15,000 miles per year, you can expect the Rio to serve you for about 13 years or thereabouts.

Is a 2013 Kia Rio good on gas?

The Rio 5-Door gets an EPA-estimated 29/37 mpg city/highway with the manual transmission and 28/36 mpg with the automatic.

Are there any recalls on 2013 Kia Rio?

2013 Kia Rio Recalls There have been no safety recalls issued from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Does a 2013 Kia Rio have a timing belt or chain?

The 2013 Kia Rio has a timing chain, which means generally You won’t need to do much in the way of maintenance on it, as these tend to last at least 100,000 miles. That said, if it does break, the average cost for the timing chain tensioner and related parts is around $500, which includes labor.

Does the 2013 Kia Rio have a backup camera?

Other noteworthy features include a backup camera and a large LCD view screen for the audio system. One last perk worth mentioning is the Rio’s 5-year/60,000-mile vehicle warranty and 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty, still one of the best in the business.

Does Kia have engine problems?

In November of 2020, NHTSA announced that Kia and Hyundai must pay $137 million in fines and for safety improvements because they moved too slowly to recall more than 1 million vehicles with engines that can fail. Many of the recalls involved manufacturing defects that stopped oil from flowing through the engine block.

When should I change my timing belt on a Kia Rio?

Timing belts are replaced as part of scheduled maintenance, usually every 60,000 to 100,000 miles.