Kia Rio Rio I Sedan (DC)

Kia - Rio I Sedan (DC)

Details-
BrandKia
ModelRio
GenerationRio I Sedan (DC)
Modification1.5i 16V (108 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production1999
End Of Production2002

Performance

The Kia Rio is a compact car with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 14.2 seconds, a top speed of 170 km/h (105.63 mph), and a drag coefficient of 0.34. It's a reliable and fuel-efficient option for city driving.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh14.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph14.2 sec
Max Speed170 km/h 105.63 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.34

Body & Dimensions

The Kia Rio is a compact sedan with a length of 4215 mm, width of 1675 mm, and height of 1440 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2410 mm and a minimum turning circle of 9.4 meters. It is a 4-door sedan with 5 seats.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4215 mm 165.94 in.
Width1675 mm 65.94 in.
Height1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase2410 mm 94.88 in.
Front Track1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track1435 mm 56.5 in.
Min Turning Circle9.4 m 30.84 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is a Rio model that runs on petrol. Its urban fuel consumption is 11.5 l/100 km (20.45 US mpg, 24.56 UK mpg, 8.7 km/l), extra-urban fuel consumption is 7.1 l/100 km (33.13 US mpg, 39.79 UK mpg, 14.08 km/l), and the combined fuel consumption is 8.7 l/100 km (27.04 US mpg, 32.47 UK mpg, 11.49 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban11.5 l/100 km 20.45 US mpg 24.56 UK mpg 8.7 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban7.1 l/100 km 33.13 US mpg 39.79 UK mpg 14.08 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined8.7 l/100 km 27.04 US mpg 32.47 UK mpg 11.49 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Kia Rio is a compact car powered by a 1.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine that produces 108 horsepower and 140 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive layout and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The engine has a compression ratio of 9.3 and uses a multi-port manifold injection system. The suspension system consists of a spring strut at the front and a coil spring at the rear.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power108 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre72.3 Hp/l
Torque140 Nm @ 4500 rpm. 103.26 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Displacement1493 cm3 91.11 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore75.5 mm 2.97 in.
Piston Stroke83.4 mm 3.28 in.
Compression Ratio9.3
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionSpring Strut
Rear SuspensionCoil spring

Brakes

The car specs indicate a budget-friendly hatchback with disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear. It features standard safety equipment like ABS and comes with 14-inch wheels and 175/65 R14 tires.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size175/65 R14
Wheel Rims Size14

Weight & Capacity

The car has a lightweight design, boasting a weight-to-power ratio of 9.1 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7 kg/Nm. It offers a spacious trunk with 261 l of cargo space and a fuel tank capacity of 45 l.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9.1 kg/Hp, 109.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7 kg/Nm, 142.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight985 kg 2171.55 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum261 l 9.22 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity45 l 11.89 US gal | 9.9 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Kia - Rio I Sedan (DC)

4215 mm

4

9.4 meters

The Kia Rio has an acceleration time of 14.2 seconds from 0-100 km/h.

The Kia Rio has a top speed of 170 km/h (105.63 mph).

The Kia Rio has a drag coefficient of 0.34.

This car uses petrol (gasoline).

The urban fuel consumption of this car is 11.5 l/100 km (20.45 US mpg, 24.56 UK mpg, 8.7 km/l).

The combined fuel consumption of this car is 8.7 l/100 km (27.04 US mpg, 32.47 UK mpg, 11.49 km/l).

1493 cm3 or 91.11 cu. in.

4-speed automatic

Front-wheel drive

The car has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.

The car has 14-inch wheels with 175/65 R14 tires.

The car comes standard with ABS (Anti-lock braking system).

The Kia Rio achieves an EPA estimated 31 mpg city and 41 mpg highway.

Standard features include a 7-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and a rearview camera.

The Kia Rio offers 13.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats.

The kerb weight of the car is 985 kg (2171.55 lbs).

The minimum trunk space is 261 l (9.22 cu. ft).

The fuel tank capacity is 45 l (11.89 US gal | 9.9 UK gal).