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Used 2016 Kia Rio for sale
Kia Rio 2016 SE ISG CRDI DIESEL MANUAL
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€7,950
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 10 years old and 164,313 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This Rio is the small hatchback sold in Europe, commonly fitted with a 1.4 CRDi diesel and a manual gearbox — a simple, economical drivetrain but one that needs regular longer runs to keep the DPF happy. Kia’s original 7‑year warranty will have expired by now, but parts and independent garages are widespread in Ireland so running costs stay reasonable. Expect clutch and turbo maintenance to be the likely higher-cost items as the car ages.
- DPF condition and recent long-run history — look for frequent short-trip usage and any DPF warning lights or constant soot smell.
- EGR carbon build-up and smoke/hesitation on acceleration (typical on older small diesels).
- Clutch engagement and pedal feel — test for slipping or high bite especially from cold.
- Turbocharger oil leaks/whistle and boost response under load.
- Rear arches and suspension mounting points for corrosion or worn bushes (10-year-old small cars often show local rust).
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2016 Kia Rio (162 reg). 1.1 CRDi diesel, 6-speed manual, 74 BHP. One UK owner with 102,100 miles. In mint condition. Gets approx. 70 MPG. NCT 09/27. Price €7,950 — includes service and warranty. Straight sale only.