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Rio goes for Rex
By JAMES STANFORD
11jul03

IT MAKES people do double takes, but don't think the Sport-Pac Kia Rio can outrun the law. The new Rio may look like a Subaru Impreza WRX Sti, but it concedes 124kW of power and 211Nm of torque.

And it drives through two wheels, not four. The sales and marketing personnel at Kia's importer, Ateco Automotive, have come up with the kit and it has worked the brand's dealers into a frenzy.

The Sport-Pac adds $3000 to the price of a regular Rio ($14,990 drive away).

It comes with Pedders sports suspension along with the body kit and a non-functional bonnet scoop.

The sporty Rio runs the regular 71kW 1.5-litre engine and takes 15 seconds to go from 0-100km/h.

By comparison, the $55,130 four-wheel-drive turbo WRX STi that it mimics has 195kW and can dash from 0-100km/h in 5.5 seconds.

On the STi the scoop forces air into the intercooler to feed the turbo, but the Rio's scoop is just there to look cool.

The Rio also has what is described as "a World Rally Championship-style rear wing", even though Kia does not have much of a rally heritage, or even a car in the WRC.

Subaru spokesman David Rowley says: "We are confident that people will be able to distinguish between this car and the WRX. For a start, there is a slight difference in the acceleration figures.

"All I can say is that imitation is a serious form of flattery."

Kia says it did not intend to model its Sport-Pac on the Subaru WRX.

Kia spokesman Edward Rowe says: "It's just a coincidence."

He says the sporty Rio has been designed to mimic all rally cars, not just the Subaru.

"Subaru, Citroen and Ford all have cars in the WRC with wings and scoops like that, not just Subaru," Rowe says.

Kia is confident the Sport-Pac will be popular with young people who want a car that looks fast but who can't afford to buy or maintain a car such as a WRX or a Lancer EVO.

"This conversion won't affect people's insurance premiums and that is quite important for people who are 25," Rowe says.

"It is also very affordable."

Herald Sun

Author:	Baracade [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 10:58 am ]
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G'day guys, Just curious how you all determine Ricemobile's. Is a Ricer a person who puts body kits & huge wheels on there car but doesn't make it go fast? Or is it in reference to Jap rotories or something different all together.

Author:	drmini in aust [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:07 am ]
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Refers to those to whom image is everything... "Get a fully sic Excel maaaate- full body kit, huuuuge wing, bigass wheels, cut the springs, fit fake intercooler slot on bonnet, doof-doof stereo, clear lights, 4" dump pipe, blah blah.. Motor?? (um she's stock, mate (pssst. don't tell anybody).. Fast? Bodykit & rear wing will probably knock 10KMH off it..

Author:	cush [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:36 am ]
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here's an example... A quote from a warm <6 cylinder car mag letters section "I'm 16 and recently bought my first car, which is a Nissan Silvia S13, 1991 model. i was wondering, on the front of the Silvia where the lights are, there is a clear piece of plastic which has Silvia written on it. I was wondering, if I removed it, would it make the car a bit colder. I really need some info on making my Silvia colder, because it's usually pretty hot. i hat already installed a pod filter and cold air intake." hmmmm.. i think that's where they come from.. oh and this is where they end up http://www.laughatrice.com

Author:	Harley [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:41 am ]
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What was his reply? a. No, it won't. You're a tool. b. Yes, but but only when you pass 90Km'h.

Author:	cush [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:44 am ]
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the reply was actually rather pleasant.... he suggested a later type slotted silvia grill but you could tell he was just being polite started with... "Hmmmmm... " no need to turn away potential subscribers

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Author:	Harley [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:50 am ]
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Hmmmmmm means choice "a" (see above)

Author:	kazjim [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:52 am ]
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Just spotted on a certain forums... NOT this one.... "an't get turbo or supercharger becouse im on my L's and will have P's and government whant let us have turbos wich is fear enough with all this people killing themelfs in there skylines on there P's." Your eyes start bleeding too ? Dean, there is your Rice. J

Author:	FatMaserati [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:54 am ]
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Rice is when fools "Fast and Furious-ize" their grandma cars. Best example: bodykit for an Excel to make it look like a WRX. It sure fooled me! Looked just like it! All show and no go. And the 'show' aint exactly the best thought out show in the world. Might have a huge Pioneer sticker spread across the rear window, even though there is a cheapy Beauplunkt (spelling?) deck and speakers installed. There was a good post a while back. Something like: "You know you're a ricer when..." It explains everything.

Author:	cush [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:54 am ]
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that kid.... is fuly (sic)

Author:	cush [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:56 am ]
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cha CHING!!!

Author:	FatMaserati [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 12:08 pm ]
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HAHAHA! Oh man. THAT is a cracker.

Author:	ausminis4u [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 12:10 pm ]
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best example of rice i have seen is the kia rio in wrx blue with gold rims and rear wing remember this IS a factory model ........ Quote: Rio goes for Rex By JAMES STANFORD 11jul03 IT MAKES people do double takes, but don't think the Sport-Pac Kia Rio can outrun the law. The new Rio may look like a Subaru Impreza WRX Sti, but it concedes 124kW of power and 211Nm of torque. And it drives through two wheels, not four. The sales and marketing personnel at Kia's importer, Ateco Automotive, have come up with the kit and it has worked the brand's dealers into a frenzy. The Sport-Pac adds $3000 to the price of a regular Rio ($14,990 drive away). It comes with Pedders sports suspension along with the body kit and a non-functional bonnet scoop. The sporty Rio runs the regular 71kW 1.5-litre engine and takes 15 seconds to go from 0-100km/h. By comparison, the $55,130 four-wheel-drive turbo WRX STi that it mimics has 195kW and can dash from 0-100km/h in 5.5 seconds. On the STi the scoop forces air into the intercooler to feed the turbo, but the Rio's scoop is just there to look cool. The Rio also has what is described as "a World Rally Championship-style rear wing", even though Kia does not have much of a rally heritage, or even a car in the WRC. Subaru spokesman David Rowley says: "We are confident that people will be able to distinguish between this car and the WRX. For a start, there is a slight difference in the acceleration figures. "All I can say is that imitation is a serious form of flattery." Kia says it did not intend to model its Sport-Pac on the Subaru WRX. Kia spokesman Edward Rowe says: "It's just a coincidence." He says the sporty Rio has been designed to mimic all rally cars, not just the Subaru. "Subaru, Citroen and Ford all have cars in the WRC with wings and scoops like that, not just Subaru," Rowe says. Kia is confident the Sport-Pac will be popular with young people who want a car that looks fast but who can't afford to buy or maintain a car such as a WRX or a Lancer EVO. "This conversion won't affect people's insurance premiums and that is quite important for people who are 25," Rowe says. "It is also very affordable." Herald Sun

Author:	ausminis4u [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 12:14 pm ]
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Quote: Kia is confident the Sport-Pac will be popular with young people who want a car that looks fast but who can't afford to buy or maintain a car such as a WRX or a Lancer EVO. roughly translated: rice magnet.

Author:	FatMaserati [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 12:15 pm ]
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"It's just a coincidence." SIF! Who are they foolin'...?

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Author:	kazjim [ Mon Mar 21, 2005 12:18 pm ]
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Got (1000/HP) Rice ? Bling J Bling