Kia Rio 1999 1.3

Kia RIO 1999 1.3 petrol description

Sedan Kia Rio 1999 1.3 has been produced from July, 2000 to January, 2003. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 115 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 190 000 and 330 000 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 1999 1.3 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Rio 1999 1.3 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 164 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Kia Rio 1999 1.3 fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100km (13.7 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Kia RIO 1999 - 2003 versions, city fuel economy - 9.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 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.
According to user reviews, this Kia real everyday fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia RIO fuel consumption.

Kia RIO 1999

Kia Rio 1999 1.3 technical data

Model: Kia Rio 1.3
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2000. July ... 2003. January 
Engine: 1343 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 75 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 115 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 164 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.3 (combined) 9.4 (urban) 6.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.5 l/100km (27.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
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: 261 litres
Gross weight: 1409 kg

Kia Rio 1999 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 1999 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

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.

All Kia RIO sedan [1999 - 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)
Kia Rio 2000 1.5 Jul 2000 — Jan 2003

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds
Most fuel efficient version

1.5 Petrol 96 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Rio 2000 1.5 Jul 2000 — Sep 2002

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds
Most fuel efficient version

1.5 Petrol 96 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Kia RIO 1999 1.5i 16V Jan 1999 — Dec 2002

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.6 seconds

1.5 Petrol 108 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia RIO 1999 1.5i 16V Jan 1999 — Dec 2002

Most powerfull version (108 HP)

1.5 Petrol 108 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Kia RIO 1999 reviews
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