KIA RIO 3 MHEV (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 63 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
63
Avg Mileage
21,016 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.
At 2 years old, 97% of KIA RIO 3 MHEVs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 63 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,016 miles.
How does the 2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV has 21,016 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
KIA RIO 3 MHEV by Year
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About the 2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV
The 2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV is a city car with a 998cc hybrid engine. 63 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 21,016 miles at 2 years old, KIA RIO 3 MHEV owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV Fuel Costs
The modest 998cc hybrid engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.
What does it cost to own a 2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
KIA RIO 3 MHEV Reliability Trend
Newer KIA RIO 3 MHEVs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 KIA RIO 3 MHEV
The KIA RIO 3 MHEV is actually the most reliable option among similar hybrid city cars from this era. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines:
- VOLVO XC40 (2021) 93% pass rate (-4%) from 25,698 tests
- HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT (2021) 96% pass rate (-1%) from 11,054 tests
- FORD PUMA TITANIUM MHEV (2021) 95% pass rate (-2%) from 7,555 tests
- HONDA JAZZ CROSSTAR EX I-MMD CVT (2021) 97% pass rate (same) from 6,719 tests