Test Drive Kia Rio Hatchback 2005 - 2008 Hatchback

Need "Kid" for $ 16,000

Julia Borisov, a specialist marketing department. Rides on Hyundai Lantra. Wants a compact urban car. Budget: up to $ 16,000.


From the moment of purchase of the first car, eight years have passed. During this time, there was a lot of cars, among which were representatives and domestic auto industry. Now I think about a new car.
 

For eight years of driving experience traveled in many ways. The first car became Moskvich-407. He got me from grandfather. First, he studied his father on it, and I took over the relay. Many memories are connected with that typewriter. I reinforced him repeatedly, so I have no fear of an unexpected breakdown. Since then, I love the mechanical box. The machine is not suitable for me. Although recently, due to the abundance of congestion, the ACP becomes all tempting. Once there was an interesting case. Strong guys on a hood jeep offered to exchange my Muscovite on a mobile phone. We are talking about times when the cell phone cost big money. But the deal did not take place. I do not betray friends. In addition, thanks to this, the car has always been paid attention to me: look, the girl and at such a rarity. And when my girlfriends were hammered into the salon, then enthusiastic glances were flying literally from all sides.
 

After Moskvich was the Vazovskaya G8. Then a few foreign cars. Now I go to Hyundai Lantra. Machine at age. By the way, I always went to the used cars. Now I want a new car, in which I will be one-sole owner.
 

Class decided immediately. I do not want a big car. Most of the time I spend in the megalopolis, so IrCo is important to leak among the masses of the machines and pass literally on a tenth-air patch. But purely female options do not suit me.


My requirements for the car:


Image
City resident who is well adapted to Moscow traffic jams and close parking.

Style
For me, the style is not the main criterion, but the car should have to be placed. Well, if in appearance there will be a tolik of sportiness.

Challenges
Single preference is a manual transmission. Although the machine is also worth trying.

Economy
The city car should not be voracious, so the engine volume cannot exceed 1.6.

Interior
The salon must remind a ladies' handbag with an abundance of pockets, compartments and tanks.

Equipment in standard
The main thing is to have air conditioning and good music. So the time in the traffic jam passes unnoticed.
 



Kia Rio.
Selected, because: a simple city car. Practical, with a good set of options.

Probably this should look like a real city car. The appearance of special emotions does not cause: neither emotions nor disgust. True, there is a bust with straight lines and angles. But in general, everything is harmonious.


The salon should be recognized very practical. The abundance of plastic will certainly facilitate cleaning. True, it does not add comfort. Do not like the front console. She seems to be hanging in the air. Because of this, the heating buttons of the seats are too low. You have to stretch. And I love when everything is near the driver, everything is at hand. But the big mirrors in the visors from the Sun for me and my girlfriends were very comfortable.

Behind the wheel got a job immediately and without problems. That's just the steering wheel seems too big, and I want him to be slightly thorough. The ramp is spinning easily. This is a very useful property in parking. It is worth noting a small reversal radius, which indicates good maneuverability.
 

I like overclocking. At first, you can not even say that under the hood Motor volume of 1.4 liters. Transfer switches with a little effort, but very clearly. With such a suquity, I would like to have more sharp brakes. The effort on the pedals is practically not felt, and to stop the car sharply, you need to pull a lot on the pedal.
 



Style
An ordinary city car. With its appearance, it does not cause special emotions.
Challenges
Rio very quickly accelerates. Immediately and you do not say that under the hood is only 1.4 liters.

Interior
Ergonomics salon at height. But grieves the abundance of coarse plastic.

Economy
With such a fur coat, Motor and MKP want to ride quickly. Therefore, the consumption will probably increase.

Equipment in standard
Since the list of additional options is small, equipped with a rich standard.



Brand and model Kia Rio
Gabarites 3990/1695/1470 mm
Gasoline engine, 1339 cm3, 97 hp / 6000 min-1
Transmission mechanical, 5-speed
Max. Speed \u200b\u200b177 km / h
Acceleration 12.3 s to 100 km / h


Like: smart engine, clear kp, capance trunk.

Do not like: ordinary appearance, non-informative brakes.
 



Seat Ibiza.
Selected because: the most unmonimed appearance. Attracts with its originality and rarity.


The appearance of the SEAT should be recognized as the most unusual. Maybe it's in a small prevalence of such machines on our roads? I think Ibiza is more suitable for men. Although this model also seems sympathetic. In the cabin everything is for me. Even the central console is slightly turned toward the driver. I feel a captain who will steer and bibit, and no one can prevent. In short, ergonomics at the height. And the control buttons on the onboard systems that are placed on the steering wheel should be recognized as the best. Be sure to order such an option if it is offered.
 

With the visibility of things are good. Perfectly visible and front, and rear space. The outer mirrors are remembered by an oval form, and it can be seen in them well. Riding on the machine for me is somehow unusual. I had to squeeze the left foot to accidentally not hit the brake. Silence in the cabin disrupts the noise of the motor. Already during the start it is heard quite decent. The suspension is comfortable, for me, but does not like sharp turns. Rolls seem frightening, I want to go calmer. In contrast to competitors, there were few places behind. But for me it is not a defining factor. I do not choose a family car.
 



Style
The most stylish of all three nominees. Attracts with its aggressive-sports orientation in design.

Challenges
Even at low speeds there are significant rolls. An obvious defects for such a small car.

Interior
High-quality materials with good ergonomics have to themselves.

Economy
The machine will not save a lot on gasoline, especially on a small car.

Equipment in standard
In the basic configuration only the most needed.



Brand and model Seat Ibiza
Dimensions 3977/1441/1698 mm
Gasoline engine, 1390 cm3, 75 hp / 5000 min-1
Transmission automatic, 4-speed
Max. Speed \u200b\u200b159 km / h
Acceleration 15.6 s to 100 km / h


Like: interesting appearance, quality of finishing materials.

Do not like: noisy motor, slow automatic, soft suspension.
 



Opel Corsa.
Selected because: Cute appearance. Like a huge selection of standard complete sets and additional options.


The appearance of the Corsa seems to me very attractive. In appearance, sportiness notes are traced. Particularly not indifferent to the three-door option. Attracts a little tricky naval front headlights. Getting into the salon is not so easy. To open a large heavy door, you need to attach a solid effort. And for fragile girls this is a real problem.
 

Inside attract high-quality materials. Plastic is pleasant to the touch, the eye is rejoiced by fabric inserts in the door. It is good, plump, comfortably lies in the hand. But it is necessary to get used to non-fixable steering switches. The dashboard also imposes an absence of unnecessary information. On it only the most necessary devices: speedometer, odometer and fuel level sensor.
 

The front visibility forward is strongly suffering due to massive front racks. In the corners you have to deviate, otherwise nothing can be seen. Even the triangular windows are not saved. Driving Opel Corsa with a sports suspension approximately the same thing that ride on the map. At the same time, solid efforts have to be applied to rotate 17-inch wheels. On the one hand, this is good, but I'm more suitable for comfort. I would choose the usual suspension. Amazes capacity with a small car. Comfortable not only to the front passengers, but also those who will be from behind.
 

The space in the trunk is originally delimited. All sorts of froths like non-freezers or napkins for plastic wipes can be removed in a special compartment under the floor. And packages with products are placed in the trunk.
 

All three cars, although they belong to one class, seem to me absolutely different. Kia Rio Typical Citizen. It is more suitable family. It attracts good dynamics. Seat Ibiza seals an unmonimed appearance and quality of finishes. But the price all spoils too expensive. Opel Corsa is just suitable for young and active people, such as me. All buying!
 



Style
Cute appearance with notes of sportiness highlights the car among all.

Challenges
Sports suspension on an amateur. Those who choose comfort, is better suited.

Interior
The central console combined the management of all side communications.

Economy
Multiple motor with manual gearbox is the most optimal choice for the metropolis.

Equipment in standard
You can choose an individual configuration.


Brand and model Opel Corsa
Dimensions 3999/1713/1488 mm
Gasoline engine, 1364 cm3, 90 hp / 5000 min-1
Transmission mechanical, 5-speed
Max. Speed \u200b\u200b173 km / h
Acceleration 12.4 s to 100 km / h


Like: attractive appearance, comfortable salon.

Do not like: heavy doors, massive front racks.
 



My choice

I'm soul of Opel Corsa. Everything is good in it: both appearance, and a huge selection of complete sets and additional equipment. Single attention deserves a salon with excellent ergonomics and finishing materials. The price also seems attractive. Kia Rio looks good, but too ordinary. I am sure that he will be a good friend of a young family. SEAT Ibiza is a great, high-quality car with an attractive and in moderation aggressive appearance. But all spoils the starting price. Therefore, Corsa is my unconditional choice over the amount of components.
 

Editor's Choice
Opel Corsa should be recognized by the success of the German manufacturer, which is part of the General Motors concern. Beautiful appearance, abundance of complete sets and price availability make this car very attractive. South Korean opponent, Kia Rio, is going to in Izhevsk. The car uses good demand due to the Salon's Salon and Shustrom Motor. SEAT Ibiza, with which Rio, in our opinion, divides the second-third place, the most unusual product of our Trinity. The question is, as always, rests on money. Check in, there will be no penalties from buyers. At the beginning of next year, a new Ibiza will be released on the market. Maybe then something will change towards accessibility.
 

Maxim Egorov
Photo: Sergey Crostes
 
 

A source: Magazine 5 Wheel [October 2007]