Kia Rio 2011 1.6
Kia RIO 2011 1.6 petrol description
Sedan Kia Rio 2011 1.6 has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 123 horsepower on 6300 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia RIO 2011 - 2015 version and torque 155 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 180 000 to 300 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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Overall, the engine is reliable and not very demanding on fuel quality. Fuel injectors tend to ...
This Kia RIO 1.6 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.7 litres.
Kia Rio 2011 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Kia Rio 2011 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Kia Rio 2011 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.5 litres per 100km (15.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 43 litres or 11.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
Kia RIO safety
During safety testing Kia RIO has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Kia RIO is evaluated with outstanding rate 92 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection Kia RIO got 46 points from 100.
Kia RIO safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.
Kia Rio 2011 1.6 technical data
| Model: | Kia Rio 1.6 | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2011. January ... 2015. January | ||
| Engine: | 1591 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 123 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 155 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 (combined) 8.6 (urban) 5.2 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres (11.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.37m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
Kia Rio 2011 1.6 engine G4FC
Engine reliability and common problems:
Overall, the engine is reliable and not very demanding on fuel quality. Fuel injectors tend to be noisy. Timing chain resource is relatively low.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.
| Engine displacement | 1591 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85.4 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 | 180,000 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 2011 1.6 oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.7 litres (3.9 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 120 - 128 HP ON 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 - 158 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
| Start of production (year) | 2006 |
| Duration of production | 19 years |
| Engine also used on | Kia Ceed Hyundai Elantra Hyundai i30 Hyundai Accent and 5 other models |
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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All Kia RIO sedan [2011 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Kia RIO 2011 1.1 CRDi 12V
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.1 Diesel | 75 HP | - | Manual (6) |
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Kia RIO 2011 1.2 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 85 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Kia Rio 2011 1.4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 1.4 Petrol | 107 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Kia Rio 2011 1.4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 | 1.4 Petrol | 107 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Kia RIO 2011 1.4 CRDi 16V
Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
1.4 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Kia Rio 2011 1.6
Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.3 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 123 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Kia Rio 2011 1.6
Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 Most powerfull petrol version (123 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 123 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |