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.
Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainYear | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
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2012 - 2023 | All | Timing Chain | Interference |
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2001 - 2011 | All | Timing Belt | Interference |
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Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather
conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2023 Kia Rio2023 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2023 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2023 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2022 Kia Rio X2022 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2022 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2022 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2021 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2021 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2021 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2020 Kia Rio2020 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2020 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2020 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2019 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2019 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2019 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2018 Kia Rio2018 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2018 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2018 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2017 Kia Rio2017 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2017 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2017 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2016 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2016 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2016 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2015 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2015 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2015 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2014 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2014 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2014 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2013 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2013 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2013 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2012 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2012 Kia Rio engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2012 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2011 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2011 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2011 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2010 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2010 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2009 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2009 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2009 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2008 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2008 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2008 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2007 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2007 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2007 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2006 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2006 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2006 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2005 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2005 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2005 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2004 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2004 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2003 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2003 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2003 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2002 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2002 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2002 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
2001 Kia Rio - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2001 Kia Rio engines have a timing belt and are interference.
2001 Kia Rio Timing Belt Or ChainEngine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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1.6L 4 Cyl. | Timing Belt | Interference | 60k |
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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.
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