Kia RIO 2020 1.2i
Kia RIO 2020 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Kia RIO 2020 1.2i is being produced from January, 2020. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 84 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 118 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 6 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 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 1.2 engine oil type is 0W-20 and oil capacity is 3.4 litres.
Kia RIO 2020 1.2i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia RIO 2020 1.2i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 173 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Kia RIO 2020 1.2i fuel consumption is 5.2 litres per 100km (19.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 6.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Kia real everyday fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100 km, which is 15% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia RIO fuel consumption.

Kia RIO 2020 1.2i technical data
Model: | Kia RIO 1.2i | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2020. January | ||
Engine: | 1197 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 84 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 118 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 173 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 (combined) 6.4 (urban) 4.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6 l/100km (39.2 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 | ||
Trunk capacity: | 325 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1103 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1570 kg |
Kia RIO 2020 1.2i engine G4LF
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 1197 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 75.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 11 : 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Kia RIO 2020 1.2i oil type | 0W-20 |
Oil capacity | 3.4 litres (3.6 quarts) |
Power | 83 - 84 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 - 120 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
Start of production (year) | 2020 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Hyundai i20 |
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Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI
Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
1.0 Petrol | 100 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI | 1.0 Petrol | 100 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.2 seconds |
1.0 Petrol | 120 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI | 1.0 Petrol | 120 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Kia RIO 2020 1.2i
Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
1.2 Petrol | 84 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Rio 2020 X 1.4
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1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Kia Rio 2020 X 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Kia Rio 2020 X 1.6
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Kia Rio 2020 X 1.6
Most powerfull version (123 HP) |
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