This 1.5 MT (80 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation [Restyling] Leo hatchback, which was produced by Kia from 1995 to 1998. In addition to this engine, 1 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Width | 1690mm |
| Length | 4250mm |
| Height | 1390mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500mm |
| Kerb weight | 1040kg |
| Gross weight | 1350kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1498cm3 |
| Engine power | 80bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 500RPM |
| Maximum torque | 125Nm |
| Injection type | Injectors |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore | 78mm |
| Stroke | 78.4mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| RPM at max torque | 2500RPM |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity | 50litre |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 11litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 6.1litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.9litre |
| Cruising range | from 450 to 820km |
| Top speed | 171km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 11.2second |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Strut |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 9.9m |
| City | 13.2 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 7.3 litres / 100km |
| Average | 9.5 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.