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Kia Rio IV Sedan (YB) 1.6 (130 Hp) Automatic
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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)
IV Sedan (YB) Overview:
Kia Rio (IV Sedan (YB)). With 161 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1231 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (130 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.6-liter engine provides adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, though it's not designed for spirited performance. The automatic transmission is smooth and responsive.
Fuel Economy
Combined fuel economy of 7.3 l/100 km is competitive for a naturally aspirated engine in this segment, offering reasonable running costs for a subcompact sedan.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and economical engine options
- • Spacious interior for a subcompact sedan
- • Good value for money with decent features
- • Modern and appealing exterior design
- • Comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
Cons:
- • Not particularly sporty or engaging to drive
- • Interior materials can feel basic in some trims
- • Noticeable road and wind noise at higher speeds
- • Standard safety features are basic (3-star NCAP)
- • Limited engine choices in some markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Hatchback (UB, facelift 2015) 3 door: 2015 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Rio |
| Generation: | IV Sedan (YB) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (130 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 81.7 Hp/l [334mm more] |
| Torque: | 161 Nm @ 4850 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1591 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-CVVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.5 kg/Hp, 105.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 130.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1231 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4384 mm mm [334mm more] |
| Width: | 1725 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1450 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2581 mm mm [11mm more] |
| Front track: | 1524 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1529 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.2 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 | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring, Elastic beam |
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