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KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV (2022)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 47 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Total Tests (2024)

47

Avg Mileage

16,015 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2022 KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.

At 2 years old, 91% of KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEVs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 47 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,015 miles.

How does the 2022 KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV compare?

Rank among all 2022 cars859th out of 1,059(top 81%)
Rank among all KIA models213th out of 472(top 45%)
vs national average+9% (82% avg)
vs 2022 cars average-3% (94% avg)
vs KIA average+5% (86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2022 KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV has 16,015 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 93%. The 2022 sits between the two at 91%.

How much does a 2022 KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV cost to run?

Fuel (Hybrid, 998cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202291%4716,015 mi
202195%75221,119 mi
202093%6926,042 mi

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About the 2022 KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV

The 2022 KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV is a city car with a 998cc hybrid engine. 47 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 81% of 2022 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 16,015 miles at 2 years old, KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2022 KIA RIO GT-LINE S 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 GT-LINE S 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 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Alternatives to the 2022 KIA RIO GT-LINE S MHEV

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