If you own a 2011-2015 Kia Rio car, then you are lucky - these models are equipped with very reliable and modern engines. However, it should be noted that without proper care, any motor will soon begin to fail and its capabilities will need to be forgotten.

One of the most important aspects in maintaining powertrains on Kia Rio (including 2013 and 2014) is regular oil changes, and you can do this even more often than the manufacturer recommends. In our article, we will consider what kind of oil is better to fill in your car, what options are available and compare their pros and cons.

It is absolutely obvious that the oil must be changed regularly and in a timely manner. This is especially true for the cars of 2011, 2012 and 2013, since they have been in operation for some time and the engine is receiving a serious load. The main indicator of the oil is its viscosity, which helps determine the degree of fluidity. By using the right oil, you can fully protect your engine from premature wear. For engines that are installed on the Kia Rio, you need to use a product with a viscosity of 5W-30 or 5W-40. It is also advisable to always monitor the oil filter and change it at the same time as the oil, no matter what the condition.

Engine oil selection

Before you run to the store and purchase a product from a particular company, you need to find out what characteristics the oil should have for use in the 2011-2015 Kia Rio. Given these features, we have selected several suitable options, which we will consider:

• Shell Helix Ultra.
• Total Quartz.
• Divinol.
• ZIC XQ LS.

The first option is one of the best oils in terms of price-quality ratio. The analysis showed that this product has the necessary set of necessary substances and additives, and therefore its use for the Kia Rio engine is quite justified. Moreover, Shell Helix Ultra oil does not lose its qualities for a long time and retains its protective properties, which is also a definite plus for this option.

Total Quartz also has impressive performance and is able to keep all engine components in excellent condition. The price of this product is small, but at the same time it fulfills itself at 100%. As in the case of the previous option, the oil retains its characteristics even with a rather high mileage.

Divinol oil boasts low consumption. It should be noted that this brand is little known, but this does not affect its quality. Therefore, this option is perfect for your Kia Rio and will perform all its functions.

Another good product with an affordable price is the ZIC XQ LS. It has an impressive list of additives, and this directly affects the protection of the motor from wear. It can also be safely poured into the engine of your car.

Which of the oils is better is hard to say, because they are all good. Of course, you can pick up another oil, more expensive, but the options presented by us are the most optimal for Kia Rio 2011-2015. The first replacement should be made after 3000 km of run, since this is enough for the engine to run in. Subsequent replacements must be at least once every 10,000 km. In this case, it is necessary to fill in approximately 3 liters of liquid, after which its level should be checked, and it should not be higher than the F mark.

Replacement process

You can change the oil either at a service station or do it yourself. The first option is much simpler, but it involves monetary costs. If you do not want to pay, then you can do everything yourself. To do this, you need to drive the car into the "pit" and unscrew the plug, which is located on the engine tray. You need to be very careful here, because the oil is hot and can harm you. When it is completely drained, it is necessary to remove the filter.

After all these procedures are completed, it is recommended to remove the remaining dirty oil from the sump. To do this, you can use a syringe on which a curved tube will be worn. It should be noted that this is an optional procedure, but it definitely will not be superfluous. Next, you need to pour a fresh product into the Kia Rio engine and the car will not let you down.

Among other things, you will need to prepare the following tools and materials in advance:

• 1. Rubber gloves.
• 2. Newspapers and rags.
• 3. Bucket (to drain the old oil into it).
• 4. Socket wrench (for removing the plug from the pallet).
• 5. Open end wrench (for filter removal).

So, we tried to give some advice on which oil to choose for the Kia Rio. As you can see, doing this and replacing it is not difficult. The main thing is to clearly know what characteristics are necessary for your engine and purchase only high-quality and suitable oil. Whichever one you choose from our list, you can be sure of its reliability.

KIA Rio 3rd generation is one of the most attractive models for Russian motorists. The main reason is that the car is assembled in a full cycle at a plant near St. Petersburg. This leads to a relatively low price of the car. The availability of spare parts also attracts buyers. Engine oil for KIA Rio can always be found on sale. It seems that this vehicle meets the requirements of most car enthusiasts.

History of the model, configuration

KIA Rio is a compact family car with front wheel drive. Designed by the South Korean company KIA, this car has been on the roads of the planet since 2000. In total, 3 generations of cars were produced. The first - from 2000 to 2005, and by the beginning of 2004 the car had undergone a serious restyling. Then they were assembled at the Avtotor Kaliningrad plant, complete with a 1.5-liter engine, a wider range of engines was offered for Europe. You could choose a gearbox - manual or automatic. The bodies also had two options - a sedan and a hatchback.

The second generation was sold from 2005 to 2009. For Russian motorists, sedans and hatchbacks were assembled only with a 1.4-liter engine. For European consumers, KIA Rio offered a choice of 3 motors from the previous generation of cars. Since 2006, cars have been assembled at the Izhevsk Automobile Plant. By 2009, the model again experienced restyling and was produced updated until the beginning of 2011. In addition to Russia, the release was launched in Slovakia, China, Indonesia, Ecuador and the Philippines.

The third generation saw the world by 2011. The exterior has changed dramatically, becoming modern and aggressive - all thanks to the famous German designer Peter Schreyer. Since that time, the assembly has been transferred to the St. Petersburg plant. To this day, the car is produced with hatchback and sedan bodies. There are two engine options for the KIA Rio - 1.4 and 1.6 liters. There are also two gearboxes - manual and automatic. The car has the same platform as the Hyundai Solaris. In addition, most of the parts of these cars are unified, which makes them easier and cheaper to assemble. In 2014, the car underwent a slight restyling of its appearance.

Oil fluid for KIA Rio

Information about what exactly is poured into the car on the conveyor is contradictory. Some sources say that initially it was ZIC 5W20, and then Shell Helix 5W20 was in service, but all this data is outdated (from 2011). Who has now signed an agreement with KIA is their trade secret.

And yet, what kind of oil is better to fill in? Shell Helix Ultra Professional AF 5W20 is the best choice for motorists who want to keep their engine as long as possible without a major overhaul.

The oil composition is fully synthetic, made on polyalphaolefins (PAO). The API classifier assigned him the highest category - SN. The European Association ACEA has assigned classes A1 / B1. The oil fluid has an official approval for Ford cars, but this does not prevent it from being used for other brands. After the car ran a distance close to 100 thousand km and KIA oil of this viscosity began to burn badly, you should switch to 5W30 or 10W30 of the same or another manufacturer, depending on climatic conditions.

You should pay attention to such a synthetic product as German-made Liqui Moly Special TEC AA 5W30, which has many official approvals from Asian manufacturers, including KIA and Hyundai. The composition of the product is truly unique. Additives are selected in such a way that they will ensure a long life for any modern engine. The lubricant received the highest categories from API classifiers, as well as ILSAC - SN and GF5, respectively.

In addition to the above, engine oils from ZIC, Motul and other manufacturers can be used. By the way, KIA allows the use of 5W30 and 10W30 lubricants for new engines. They do not clearly indicate what the viscosity characteristics should be, they only recommend (see photo below).

When and how to change the lubricant

An oil change for a KIA Rio, according to the regulations, should be done every 15 thousand kilometers. But it is advisable not to use such a long interval, but to change the oil compositions after 8–10 thousand kilometers. This is due to the low quality of fuel, as well as difficult operating conditions for the city, including numerous traffic jams, and the poor condition of roads.

An oil change in a KIA Rio will require about 3.3–3.5 liters of lubricant. That is, you will need to buy a 4-liter canister. It will also remain for the driver to fill in a little more in case of lubricant consumption for waste. This procedure can be carried out independently by preparing the following tools and materials:

Changing the oil in the engine of a KIA Rio car involves a certain sequence of actions that should be followed.

1. The engine is preheated with a short trip, then the car is placed above the inspection hole or drives onto the flyover.
2. The hood rises, the filler neck for engine fluid is unscrewed.
3. At the bottom, if there is protection, it is removed to provide access to the drain plug.
4. Slightly, but not completely, the drain plug is loosened with a key on “17”. An empty container is placed under it.
5. You should quickly unscrew the cork with your fingers, without dropping it into the container with mining. You need to do this carefully and carefully so as not to burn your fingers.
6. You will have to wait for some time until all the liquid has drained from the crankcase.
7. The old filter is unscrewed with a removable tool. You also need to substitute a container under it, since a little grease may leak out of the hole and from the filter.
8. The syringe and tube are used to pump out the remnants of used oil from the bottom of the crankcase.
9. A new oil filter is 2/3 filled with fresh grease. The sealing ring is lubricated with oil.
10. The new filter is screwed on by hand. As soon as the seal touches the body, you need to tighten it by hand 2/3 of a turn.
11. A new sealing ring is put on the drain plug, the plug is screwed into place.
12. Fresh oil is poured through the filler neck. Periodically, it is required to check the level of the filled composition with a dipstick.

Next, the engine starts and idles for a few minutes. After that, the level is checked with a dipstick. The mark should be in the middle between min and max. If lower, you will need to top up a little. This job is done, you can move on.

Literally every owner of this model knows what role engine oil plays in the operation of a Kia Rio car. All components and parts, thanks to lubricants, are protected from corrosion, friction, wear, cooling. Engine oil, along with the filter, becomes contaminated during the operation of the car with fuel combustion products, as well as small elements of metal chips resulting from the erasure of Kia Rio engine components.

Replacement should be carried out periodically after the lubrication period has elapsed. These terms are different for each car, but the generally accepted rule says that it is necessary to fill in new oil every 15,000 km. Replacement is carried out much more often if the engine is always operated in enhanced mode, but for Kia Rio this indicator is optimal. Naturally, the mode of operation of the engine will always depend on the conditions on the road, therefore, for greater reliability, experts recommend filling in new engine oil every 10,000 or 7,500 km.

Which product fits best?

For the most part, Kia Rio owners pour Shell Helix into the engine, the viscosity of which is 5W30 or 5W40. The letter W means winter and, accordingly, the coefficient 5 determines that this product is suitable for use in winter at a temperature outside the car of -5 C °

With used cars, the situation is slightly different. It is necessary to take into account the mileage of the car when changing the engine oil, since with each kilometer traveled the minimum sufficient viscosity index will always increase. In this case, products of any brand can be used. Before filling, it is necessary to clean the channels through which the lubricant flows with special tools designed specifically for this.

Naturally, brands of the most famous brands, world leaders in the production of lubricants, are recommended for use on Kia Rio. Regarding filters, similar advice is given, since only the original product has always been considered the most suitable for Kia Rio. Even the drain plug gasket must be of high quality if the owner wants his equipment to last as long as possible.

When does the consumption of lubricants increase?

If the Kia Rio is operated in difficult conditions, the consumption will increase by 1 liter for every 1000 kilometers traveled. What mode of operation can be described as severe?

Difficult conditions include:

• Operation of Kia Rio on uneven road surfaces;
• Movement in conditions of severe frosts;
• Regular walking of short distances;
• Movement on road surfaces sprinkled with salt or some other substances that contribute to the corrosion of metal elements;
• Continuous operation of the Kia Rio engine idle.

At its core, all modern operating conditions of machines are equated to harsh.
Therefore, a full oil change should be carried out twice as often, and you should always be ready to add 1 liter of fluid to the Kia Rio every 1000 km.

Manufacturer's choice

Changing the fluid in a Kia Rio car is always carried out after choosing the right fluid. The quality of lubricants must comply with the requirements specified by the vehicle manufacturer. You can buy liquid only from trusted sellers who officially cooperate with sales representatives of motor oil manufacturers in a particular region. Leading global suppliers develop the highest quality products. These include:

• Mobil 1;
• shell;
• Castrol;
• Liqui Moly;
• total;
• Valvoline.

Naturally, not a single owner of the Kia Rio wants to overpay for lubricants, while many try to save money, but in the end they only manage to harm themselves. The performance of motors decreases several times faster when using low-quality cheap motor oils. Such savings will eventually lead to forced additional costs for engine repairs.

How to choose the right lubricant for the engine?

TOYOTA SN SAE 5W-20;
CASTROL GTX SynBlend SAE 5W-20;
Formula Shell SAE 5W-20;
FORD Motorcraft Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20;

Varieties of lubricants

The manufacture of all lubricants for automobiles is carried out using the same technology. Any liquid is created from a base and various kinds of additives that increase the quality characteristics of the substance. The quality of lubricants is always determined by the analysis of the components that make up the basis. To improve or change the characteristics, special additives are used. With long-term operation of the engine, all useful substances cease to act. The basis of any liquid includes synthetic and mineral components. The combination of synthetics / mineral water in a ratio of 25/75 results in a semi-synthetic substance.

Replacing one type of fluid with another requires pre-flushing the motor, since the chemical activity of the synthetic base is much higher than the mineral one. More aggressive components will corrode the less active ones, and with them some engine mechanisms. A synthetic-based liquid differs from a mineral water in the altered construction of the atomic structure of the molecules of the substance. This effect is achieved with the help of special equipment. Synthetic-based fluid can last much longer and has an increased temperature resistance rating.

Conclusion

Each car owner understands the importance of high-quality lubricants for the normal operation of engine mechanisms. To determine which lubricant is suitable for a particular car model, it is recommended that you carefully study the instructions drawn up by the manufacturer.

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Changing the engine oil is an important procedure that does not forgive mistakes. Consider it on the example of the Kia Rio car, which is very popular in our country. A lot of useful information is presented to the attention of readers, which will certainly be valuable for both beginners and experienced owners of Kia Ceed.

As you know, without qualified and timely service, any car will break down, and the frustrated owner will eventually sell it. First of all, it is necessary to pay special attention to the engine of the car (in this case, Kia Ceed), since it is the "heart" of the car.

The same applies to the choice, as well as the frequency of changing engine oil.

How often to change the oil on a Kia Rio

Kia has established the same oil change interval for all generations of Kia Ceed. So, it is once a year or every 15 thousand km. This is in theory, but in practice the situation may vary - take, for example, different operating conditions, climate changes, road surface quality, driving style, etc. These factors determine how quickly oil will be consumed. In this regard, some experienced owners themselves calculated the replacement interval. So, let's name the most suitable oil change intervals for Kia Ceed:

1. Every 15 thousand km - subject to a speed limit of 50 km / h or more
2. Every 10 thousand km - subject to a speed limit of 30 km / h
3. Every 7 thousand km - subject to the speed limit of less than 20 km / h

It turns out that the lower the average speed, the more often there is a need to change the oil.

Tolerance and class

With the right choice of oil, all parameters must be taken into account, the appropriate class and tolerance must be selected. Detailed information about this is indicated in the user manual for Kia Ceed.

To date, three generations of Kia Rio are known. There is a well-founded opinion that the newer the car, the more stringent the requirements for oil quality for it.

For example, for the first generation Kia Rio, an oil with API SL classes, as well as ILSAC GF-3, can be recommended. In fact, now all commercially available oils correspond to the indicated classes. The main thing here is that this standard should not be higher than the specified one, that is, a higher class.

For the second generation Kia Rio, oil with API SM and ILSAC GF-4 standards is suitable. It often happens when the design of a car also supports a higher standard - for example, as in this case - API SN and ILSAC GF-5.

The third generation of Kia Rio is designed to support more modern oils with API SN and ILSAC GF-5 parameters.

As for additives, it is not recommended to add them to the oil, since a truly high-quality oil must have sufficient lubricating properties.

Modern power plants, which are equipped with Kia Rio cars, have small gaps in the piston group. In this regard, such motors require oil with a low degree of viscosity in order to avoid “dry” friction and to better remove heat from the heated components of the internal combustion engine. As a result, it turns out that with the release of more and more new generations of Kia Rio, the recommended viscosity index gradually decreases - if earlier it was at 40, now it is no more than 20. Special attention should be paid to these parameters, since engines with lower viscosity do not support oils with higher viscosity. In extreme cases, non-compliance with the rules can lead to premature wear of the most loaded engine parts due to their oil starvation.

How much oil to fill in Kia Rio

Let's pay attention to the volume of oil to be filled for a particular Kia Rio engine:

• Diesel 1.1 75 l. With. (beginning of production - from 2011). Required volume - 4.8 liters
• Petrol 1.2 87 l. With. (Since 2011). Volume - 3.3 liters
• Petrol 1.3 75-82 liters. With. (2000) - 3.4 liters
• Petrol 1.4 97 l. With. (2005). 3.3 liters
• Petrol 1.5 98-108 liters. With. (2000). 3.3-3.7 liters
• Diesel 1.4 90 l. With. (2011). 5.3 liters
• Diesel 1.5 109 l. With. (2005). 5.3 liters
• Petrol 1.6 112 l. With. (2005) - 3.3 liters
• Petrol 1.6 123 l. With. (2011) - 3.3 liters

What brand of oil to fill

• Shell Helix Ultra (Shell Helix Ultra)
• Total Quartz
• Divinol
• ZIC XQ LS

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What kind of oil to fill in KIA Rio, taking into account the fact that the motor oil market in Russia is extremely saturated and can offer even the most demanding motorist a wide selection of domestic and world brands, is a difficult question. The cost, as well as the quality of the oil products themselves, can be completely different and depend only on the needs and thickness of the domestic buyer's wallet. At the same time, a large assortment of similar goods almost always means the agony of choice and a difficult path to the store's checkout.

Viscosity is the main indicator

Any driver knows that the oil in the "iron horse" engine needs to be changed periodically. Some car owners believe that oil changes for cars operating in Russia must be seasonal - twice a year. This point of view, in principle, is correct and does not conflict with the main requirement of the technical regulations for car maintenance - a mandatory oil change after a certain mileage. It is not forbidden to change it more often, but a more rare performance of such an operation can lead to trouble with the engine of your favorite car.

It should be noted that on all modifications of the KIA Rio of releases from 2011 to 2015 inclusive, sufficiently reliable engines are installed that meet all modern requirements. At the same time, when deciding what kind of oil to fill in this car, it is necessary, first of all, to be guided by such an important characteristic as its viscosity.

Viscosity is the main characteristic

In fact, the viscosity of engine oil determines the amount of its fluidity, and the right choice will help save engine parts and components from wear ahead of time.

Engine oil with a similar viscosity will reliably protect a car engine under severe loads without compromising its main characteristics and significantly extend its service life.

Criterias of choice

Most KIA Rio owners prefer to use foreign engine oil. Such a choice is associated with the obligatory compliance of the imported product with high international standards, unsurpassed quality and recommendations from world automakers.

At the same time, it should be noted that the high retail price of imported oil in no way excludes the purchase of counterfeit oil products in branded packaging. Unfortunately, counterfeit motor oil from world-famous manufacturers has been in Russia at all times, and this year is no exception. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid spontaneous purchases in dubious places from unknown sellers.

Interestingly, many Russian manufacturers have recently significantly improved the quality characteristics of their motor oil and are currently seriously competing with imported brands. In addition, domestic oil usually compares favorably in terms of cost, which is important in our harsh time of crisis. Thus, which oil is better to fill in KIA Rio, each owner decides for himself due to his personal preferences and financial capabilities.

In the end, the choice of the manufacturer is not essential, the main thing is to change the engine oil in the engine of your car in a timely and correct manner.

For KIA Rio, the engine oil is changed periodically with a run of 10 thousand kilometers. The approximate volume of oil changed in the engine is approximately three liters.

A timely change of engine oil can be carried out in a specialized car service or, if there is a desire and time, it can be done independently by the owner of the car.

What oil is better to fill in the KIA Rio engine - you decide

Self oil change

This operation is not particularly difficult and, with proper preparation, will not take much time. To change the oil in the KIA Rio engine, you must have a garage inspection hole or a flyover in an open area. The procedure consists of two stages - draining the used oil from the engine and filling in fresh oil. It is imperative to take into account an important point - most often the drain is made from a hot engine and to protect yourself as much as possible from the ingress of oil products. Materials and tools necessary for the implementation of the event:

• Rags to eliminate smudges;
• Gloves or mittens to protect hands;
• A bucket or container for draining the waste product;
• Key for removing the oil filter;
• Wrench for unscrewing the cap of the pallet.

After carefully unscrewing the sump plug, completely drain the used oil from the engine into a bucket or other suitable container. Then unscrew the old oil filter and install a new one. After that, you need to screw the sump plug back into place and pour fresh oil into the car engine to the corresponding mark on the dipstick. If there is a leak at the drain plug of the pan, the gasket must be replaced.

Timely replacement of engine oil in the KIA Rio engine will ensure the proper operation of all engine components and assemblies, protect against overheating in case of increased loads and ensure its trouble-free operation for a long time.

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