Monday, August 24, 2015

Kia Rio Sedan - Generation 1.2 (2003-2005)

KIA RIO SEDAN (2003-2005)

Months before the new City and Vios came to town, the Rio was refreshed with some exterior changes (it grew some length and width) and color palette was updated. The package remains the same, though.






OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.3 Sedan
Years AvailableJanuary 2003-December 2005
ENGINE SPECS
EngineB3 1.3 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower83hp @ 5,500rpm
Torque118Nm @ 3,000rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity45 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,240mm
Width1,680mm
Height1,420mm
Wheelbase2,410mm
Curb Weight960kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam Axle
Front BrakesVented Disc
Rear BrakesDrum
Tires175/70 R13
Wheels13 Inch Aluminum Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags0
Anti-Lock BrakesNone
Traction/Stability ControlNone
Other Safety FeaturesNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsNone
Other Exterior FeaturesBlack Door Handles
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManual
Seating MaterialFabric
Other Interior FeaturesNone
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering
Climate ControlManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/Cassette
Speakers4
Steering Wheel ControlsNone
AlarmNone
Keyless EntryNone
NOTES
RIVALSHonda City, Toyota Corolla XL/LE, Toyota Vios