Kia Rio 2000 1.5 i
Kia RIO 2000 1.5 petrol description
Hatchback Kia Rio 2000 1.5 i has been produced from January, 2000 to January, 2003. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 108 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia RIO 2000 - 2003 version and torque 140 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-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 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 200 up to 340 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Kia RIO 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.4 litres.
Kia Rio 2000 1.5 i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Rio 2000 1.5 i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
Kia Rio 2000 1.5 i fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.7 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Kia RIO 2000 - 2003 versions, fuel consumption in city - 9.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
Kia Rio 2000 1.5 i technical data
| Model: | Kia Rio 1.5 i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2000. January ... 2003. January | ||
| Engine: | 1493 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 108 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 140 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 (combined) 9.4 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.22m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 9.5 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 499 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1277 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Kia Rio 2000 1.5 i engine A5D
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 | 1493 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 75.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 83.4 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 2000 1.5 i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.4 litres (3.6 quarts) |
| Power | 98 - 108 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 - 140 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1999 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2002 onwards. |
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All Kia RIO hatchback [2000 - 2003] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Rio 2000 1.3 Jul 2000 — Jan 2003 | 1.3 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Kia Rio 2000 1.5
Jul 2000 — Jan 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds |
1.5 Petrol | 96 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Kia Rio 2000 1.5 Jul 2000 — Jan 2003 | 1.5 Petrol | 96 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Kia Rio 2000 1.5 i
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds |
1.5 Petrol | 108 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Kia RIO 2000 1.5 i 16V
Jan 2000 — Dec 2002 Most powerfull version (108 HP) |
1.5 Petrol | 108 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |