Rio I DC · 2000–2002

Kia Rio 1.3 Rio I DC · 75 hp (2000 to 2002)

The Kia Rio 1.3 of the Rio I DC generation uses the A3E 1.3 petrol engine with 75 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 75 PS / 55 kW
Displacement: 1 343 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: A3E 1.3
Period covered: 2000–2002
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

75 hp (55 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2000 to 2002.

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In the range

It is the only petrol version of this generation.

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

15 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Kia Rio 1.3 Rio I DC?

The A3E 1.3 petrol engine (1 343 cc), 75 hp (55 kW).

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Which oil for the Kia Rio 1.3?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the A3E 1.3 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026