Kia RIO 2017 1.25 MPI
Kia RIO 2017 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Kia RIO 2017 1.25 MPI has been produced from January, 2017 to December, 2020. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 85 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 121 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Kia RIO 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
Kia RIO 2017 1.25 MPI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia RIO 2017 1.25 MPI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of Kia RIO 2017 1.25 MPI reported by owners in daily driving mode is 6.3 litres per 100km.
Kia RIO safety
During safety testing Kia RIO has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Kia RIO is evaluated with very good rate 85 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection Kia RIO got 62 points from 100.
Kia RIO safety equipment has been rated as very low - 25 percents from 100.

Kia RIO 2017 1.25 MPI technical data
Model: | Kia RIO 1.25 MPI | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2017. January ... 2020. December | ||
Engine: | 1248 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 85 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 121 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption: | 6.3 l/100km (37.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.07m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 135 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 325 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 980 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1560 kg |
Kia RIO 2017 1.25 MPI engine G4LA FR
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 | 1248 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 78.8 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 | 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 RIO 2017 1.25 MPI oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) More service info |
Power | 85 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
Start of production (year) | 2008 |
Duration of production | 17 years |
Engine also used on | Kia Picanto Hyundai i20 Hyundai i10 |
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. |
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1.0 Petrol | 100 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Kia RIO 2017 1.0 T-GDI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.2 seconds |
1.0 Petrol | 120 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Kia RIO 2017 1.25 MPI | 1.2 Petrol | 84 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Kia Rio 2017 X-Line 1.4
Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Kia Rio 2017 X-Line 1.4 Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 | 1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Kia RIO 2017 1.4 CRDi Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 | 1.4 Diesel | 77 HP | - | Manual (6) |
Kia RIO 2017 1.4 CRDi
Jan 2017 — Dec 2018 Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
1.4 Diesel | 90 HP | - | Manual (6) |
Kia Rio 2017 X-Line 1.6
Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 Most powerfull petrol version (123 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 123 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Kia Rio 2017 X-Line 1.6
Jan 2017 — Jan 2020 Most powerfull petrol version (123 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 123 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |