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Kia Rio III Hatchback (UB) 1.4 CRDi 16V (90 Hp)
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Kia Rio:
The Kia Rio is a subcompact car manufactured by Kia from 1999 to 2023. It was discontinued due to declining popularity and broader economic factors. Body styles have included a three and five-door hatchback and four-door sedan, equipped with inline-four gasoline and diesel engines, and front-wheel drive.
The Rio replaced the first generation Pride—a rebadged version of the Ford Festiva—and the Avella, a subcompact sold as a Ford in some markets. A second generation was introduced in 2005 in Europe and in 2006 in North America, sharing its platform with the Hyundai Accent, a subcompact manufactured by its sister Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Hatchback (UB) Overview:
Kia Rio (III Hatchback (UB)). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5 l/100km). Weighing only 1164 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.2 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 CRDi 16V (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers strong torque for confident highway cruising and adequate acceleration, feeling more robust than the smaller diesel.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency, particularly on longer journeys, making it a very economical choice for high-mileage drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Modern and attractive styling for its class
- • Excellent fuel efficiency, especially with diesel engines
- • High Euro NCAP safety rating (5 stars)
- • Practical and spacious interior for a supermini
- • Generally good reliability and long warranty (when new)
- • Competitive pricing and good value for money
Cons:
- • Some engines can feel underpowered, particularly the base petrol and smallest diesel
- • Interior plastics can feel hard in places compared to rivals
- • Road and wind noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
- • Automatic transmission can be sluggish and impact fuel economy
- • Ride can be firm on larger wheels
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Hatchback (YB): February, 2017 - July, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Rio |
| Generation: | III Hatchback (UB) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 CRDi 16V (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | June, 2011 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 90 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.5 Hp/l [20mm less] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D4FC More details about the engine D4FC |
| Engine displacement: | 1396 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.9 kg/Hp, 77.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 189 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1164 |
| Max. weight: | 1690 |
| Max load: | 526 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 224 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4045 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2570 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Front track: | 1521 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1525 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15; 195/55 R16; 205/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 16; 17 |
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