Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 petrol description
Hatchback Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI is being produced from January, 2020. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.0 litres, which produces power of 120 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 172 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 3-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbine. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 180 up to 300 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Kia RIO 1.0 engine oil type is 0W-20 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI fuel consumption is 4.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (22.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Kia RIO 2020 version, fuel consumption in city - 4.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Kia real everyday fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100 km, which is 38% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia RIO fuel consumption.

Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI technical data
Model: | Kia RIO 1.0 T-GDI | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2020. January | ||
Engine: | 998 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 120 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 172 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 (combined) 4.9 (urban) 4.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.2 l/100km (37.9 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: | 1650 kg |
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI engine G3LF
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 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 | 998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 3 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 84 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Kia RIO 2020 1.0 T-GDI oil type | 0W-20 |
Oil capacity | 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts) |
Power | 120 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
Start of production (year) | 2020 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
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Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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
Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
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
Most powerfull version (123 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 123 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Kia Rio 2020 X 1.6
Most powerfull version (123 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 123 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |