The Kia Rio II (JB) is a sedan produced from 2005 to 2011. It is the 1st of 3 generations of the Rio in our catalog.
Engines: 1.4 (G4EE (Alpha II 1.4)), 97 hp. Transmission: manual; front-wheel drive. Length 4,240 mm, wheelbase 2,500 mm, ground clearance 155 mm, fuel tank 45 L.
Facelift: 2009. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Engine: Hyundai/Kia Alpha (1.4–1.5)
- timing belt wear
- oil consumption at high mileage
What to check when buying: when the timing belt was replaced.
Tip: Simple engine; timing belt on schedule.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
What engine does the Kia Rio II (JB) have?
1.4, code G4EE (Alpha II 1.4), 97 hp, 125 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
manual (5MT).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Ground clearance 155 mm, fuel tank 45 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Kia Rio II (JB) in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 8,650 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.