Kia Cerato 2018 1.6 petrol description
Sedan Kia Cerato 2018 GT 1.6 T-GDI is being produced from January, 2018. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 204 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia Cerato 2018 version and torque 265 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 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 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 160 000 to 270 000 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
This Kia Cerato 1.6 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.1 litres.
Kia Cerato 2018 GT 1.6 T-GDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
The fuel consumption of this Kia Cerato 2018 GT 1.6 T-GDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.8 litres per 100km (14.7 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Kia Cerato 2018 version, city fuel economy - 8.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.

Kia Cerato 2018 GT 1.6 T-GDI technical data
Model: | Kia Cerato GT 1.6 T-GDI | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2018. January | ||
Engine: | 1591 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 204 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 265 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 (combined) 8.9 (urban) 5.5 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.64m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 135 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 502 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1680 kg |
Kia Cerato 2018 GT 1.6 T-GDI engine G4FJ
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 160,000 to 270,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1591 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 85.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.5 : 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 | 150,000 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 2018 GT 1.6 T-GDI oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.1 litres (5.4 quarts) More service info |
Power | 177 - 204 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
Start of production (year) | 2011 |
Duration of production | 14 years |
Engine also used on | Kia Sportage Kia Ceed Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Tucson Hyundai Elantra and 5 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 [2018 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Kia Cerato 2018 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 128 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Kia Cerato 2018 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 128 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Kia Cerato 2018 GT 1.6 T-GDI
Most powerfull version (204 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 204 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Kia Cerato 2018 2.0
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Kia Cerato 2018 2.0 MPI | 2.0 Petrol | 152 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |