Kia Rio 2003 1.3

Kia RIO 2003 1.3 petrol description

Hatchback Kia Rio 2003 1.3 has been produced from November, 2003 to September, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 82 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 116 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 190 up to 330 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Kia RIO 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.4 litres.

Kia Rio 2003 1.3 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Rio 2003 1.3 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 165 km/h.

Kia Rio 2003 1.3 fuel consumption is 6.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.9 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Kia RIO 2003 - 2005 version, fuel consumption in city - 8.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Kia real everyday fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia RIO fuel consumption.

Kia RIO 2003

Kia Rio 2003 1.3 technical data

Model: Kia Rio 1.3
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2003. November ... 2005. September 
Engine: 1343 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 158 g/km
Power: 82 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 116 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 165 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.7 (combined) 8.8 (urban) 5.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.3 l/100km (32.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres (11.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.24m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.5 meters
Trunk capacity: 449 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1277 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1508 kg

Kia Rio 2003 1.3 engine A3E

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1343 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 75.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 75 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Kia Rio 2003 1.3 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.4 litres (3.6 quarts)
Power 75 - 82 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 113 - 116 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 6 years

All Kia RIO hatchback [2003 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Kia Rio 2003 1.3 Nov 2003 — Sep 2005

Most fuel efficient version

1.3 Petrol 82 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Rio 2003 1.5

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds

1.5 Petrol 97 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Rio 2003 1.5 Aug 2003 — Jun 2005

Most powerfull version (97 HP)

1.5 Petrol 97 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Kia RIO 2003 reviews
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