Kia Cerato 2009 1.6

Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 petrol description

Sedan Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 126 horsepower on 6300 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia Cerato 2009 - 2013 version and torque 156 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 180 000 to 300 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
Overall, the engine is reliable and not very demanding on fuel quality. Fuel injectors tend to  ...  This Kia Cerato 1.6 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.7 litres.

Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Kia Cerato 2009 - 2013 version. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.

With the same engine there is also Kia Cerato version with automatic gearbox (Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.7 seconds later (in 12 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 7.0 litres per 100 km.
Kia Cerato 1.6 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Kia Cerato 2009

Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 technical data

Model: Kia Cerato 1.6
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2009. January ... 2013. January 
Engine: 1591 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 126 HP ON 6300 RPM Torque: 156 NM ON 4200 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 190 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.6 (combined)
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres (13.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.53m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.46m (height)

Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 engine G4FC

Engine reliability and common problems:

Overall, the engine is reliable and not very demanding on fuel quality. Fuel injectors tend to be noisy. Timing chain resource is relatively low.
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1591 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 77 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 85.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 180,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 oil type 0W-30, 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.7 litres (3.9 quarts) More service info
Power 120 - 128 HP ON 6300 RPM
Torque 154 - 158 NM ON 4200 RPM
Engine manufacturer Hyundai
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 18 years
Engine also used on Kia Ceed Hyundai Elantra Hyundai i30 Hyundai Accent Kia RIO and 4 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Kia Cerato sedan [2009 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Kia Cerato 2009 1.6

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.3 seconds
Most fuel efficient version

1.6 Petrol 126 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Cerato 2009 1.6 1.6 Petrol 126 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
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