Kia Rio Timing Belt or Chain (2001-2023)

All Kia Rio engines from 2012 to 2023 have a timing chain and are interference. All Kia Rio engines from 2001 to 2011 have a timing belt and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Kia Rio.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

2023 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2022 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2021 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2020 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2019 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2018 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2017 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2016 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2015 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2014 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2013 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2012 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2012 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2011 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2011 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2010 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2010 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2009 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2009 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2008 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2008 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2007 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2007 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2006 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2006 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2005 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2005 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2004 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2004 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2003 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2003 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2002 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2002 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2001 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2001 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.