Kia Rio I (DC) photos

1999 — 2005 · sedan, wagon

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74–105

11.0 s

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Kia Rio I (DC), blue, front view — photo 21958

2003 A bright blue car photographed from the front at an auto show, showing the headlights, grille, and bumper.

About this generation

The first generation of the budget compact Kia Rio, succeeding the Kia Pride and available as a 4-door sedan and station wagon. The model combines proven engineering reliability, refined.

The first-generation Kia Rio (DC) was produced from 1999 to 2005 as the successor to the aging Kia Pride. Built on Kia's proprietary B-segment platform, it was offered in 4-door sedan and unique 5-door station wagon body styles (badged as Rio Cinco or RX-V in North America). The sedan spanned 4,215 mm in length with a 2,410 mm wheelbase, combining a generous trunk capacity with easy urban maneuverability. This generation of the Rio (DC) was produced from 1999 to 2005 and offered in седан, универсал body styles. Built on an engineered platform, it features strong structural rigidity, refined aerodynamics, and advanced occupant safety engineering.

Engines included 1.3-liter (75-84 hp) and 1.5-liter DOHC (96-105 hp) four-cylinder petrol engines mated to a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. A major 2002 mid-cycle facelift (styled as Rio SF) updated the front fascia with redesigned headlamps, fresh grille styling, reinforced chassis mounting points, and enhanced cabin soundproofing. The powertrain lineup features modern engines optimized for thermal efficiency, balancing responsive acceleration with economical fuel consumption. Power is delivered through reliable manual or automatic transmissions. Mid-cycle updates introduced modernized LED lighting graphics, premium cabin materials, and enhanced active driver assistance suites.

Specifications

16 in 2 body styles

Sedan DC 8 specifications

2410 mm94.9 in

Wheelbase

Petrol

1.3

74hp(55 kW)

1.3 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 14.2 s

1999–2002

Torque: 113 Nm (83 lb-ft)
Top speed: 164 km/h (102 mph)
Displacement: 1343 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A3E
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 965 kg (2127 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.1 l/100 km (33 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 170 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.3

74hp(55 kW)

1.3 l 4-speed automatic FWD 0–100 16.5 s

1999–2002

Torque: 113 Nm (83 lb-ft)
Top speed: 160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement: 1343 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A3E
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 990 kg (2183 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.8 l/100 km (30 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 187 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.3

80hp(60 kW)

1.3 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 14.2 s

2002–2005

Torque: 116 Nm (86 lb-ft)
Top speed: 165 km/h (103 mph)
Displacement: 1343 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A3E
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 965 kg (2127 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100 km (35 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 161 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.3

80hp(60 kW)

1.3 l 4-speed automatic FWD 0–100 16.1 s

2002–2005

Torque: 116 Nm (86 lb-ft)
Top speed: 160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement: 1343 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A3E
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 990 kg (2183 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.6 l/100 km (31 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 181 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.5

95hp(71 kW)

1.5 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 11.6 s

Torque: 132 Nm (97 lb-ft)
Top speed: 175 km/h (109 mph)
Displacement: 1493 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A5D
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1010 kg (2227 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.1 l/100 km (33 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 169 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.5

95hp(71 kW)

1.5 l 4-speed automatic FWD 0–100 14.2 s

Torque: 132 Nm (97 lb-ft)
Top speed: 170 km/h (106 mph)
Displacement: 1493 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A5D
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1035 kg (2282 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.9 l/100 km (30 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 189 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.6

105hp(78 kW)

1.6 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 11.0 s

2002–2005

Torque: 141 Nm (104 lb-ft)
Top speed: 180 km/h (112 mph)
Displacement: 1594 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A6D
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1035 kg (2282 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.3 l/100 km (32 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 175 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.6

105hp(78 kW)

1.6 l 4-speed automatic FWD 0–100 12.0 s

2002–2005

Torque: 141 Nm (104 lb-ft)
Top speed: 175 km/h (109 mph)
Displacement: 1594 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A6D
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1060 kg (2337 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 8.0 l/100 km (29 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 191 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

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Wagon DC 8 specifications

2410 mm94.9 in

Wheelbase

Petrol

1.3

74hp(55 kW)

1.3 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 14.3 s

1999–2002

Torque: 113 Nm (83 lb-ft)
Top speed: 164 km/h (102 mph)
Displacement: 1343 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A3E
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 980 kg (2161 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.1 l/100 km (33 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 170 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.3

74hp(55 kW)

1.3 l 4-speed automatic FWD 0–100 16.7 s

1999–2002

Torque: 113 Nm (83 lb-ft)
Top speed: 160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement: 1343 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A3E
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1005 kg (2216 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.9 l/100 km (30 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 187 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.3

80hp(60 kW)

1.3 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 14.3 s

2002–2005

Torque: 116 Nm (86 lb-ft)
Top speed: 165 km/h (103 mph)
Displacement: 1343 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A3E
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 980 kg (2161 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.8 l/100 km (35 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 161 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.3

80hp(60 kW)

1.3 l 4-speed automatic FWD 0–100 16.3 s

2002–2005

Torque: 116 Nm (86 lb-ft)
Top speed: 160 km/h (99 mph)
Displacement: 1343 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A3E
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1005 kg (2216 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100 km (31 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 181 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.5

95hp(71 kW)

1.5 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 11.6 s

Torque: 132 Nm (97 lb-ft)
Top speed: 175 km/h (109 mph)
Displacement: 1493 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A5D
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1025 kg (2260 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.2 l/100 km (33 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 171 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.5

95hp(71 kW)

1.5 l 4-speed automatic FWD 0–100 14.2 s

Torque: 132 Nm (97 lb-ft)
Top speed: 170 km/h (106 mph)
Displacement: 1493 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A5D
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1050 kg (2315 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 8.0 l/100 km (29 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 191 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.6

105hp(78 kW)

1.6 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 11.0 s

2002–2005

Torque: 141 Nm (104 lb-ft)
Top speed: 180 km/h (112 mph)
Displacement: 1594 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A6D
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1050 kg (2315 lb)
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.3 l/100 km (32 mpg US) NEDC
CO₂: 175 g/km (NEDC)
Emissions standard: Euro 3

1.6

105hp(78 kW)

1.6 l 4-speed automatic FWD

2002–2005

Torque: 141 Nm (104 lb-ft)
Displacement: 1594 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: A6D
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Fuel tank: 45 l (11.9 gal US)

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