Ford KA (RBT) 1.3 i (70 hp)

Gasoline engine with 70 hp (51 kW) and 78 lb-ft (106 Nm), built 2002–2008, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power70 hp (51 kW)
Torque78 lb-ft (106 Nm)
0–62 mph14.1 s
Top speed104 mph (167 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.3 i (70 hp)
Displacement1.3 L (1,299 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10-2
Bore74 mm
Stroke75.5 mm

Performance

Power70 hp (51 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Torque78 lb-ft (106 Nm) @ 3000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)14.1 s
Top speed104 mph (167 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City29 mpg (8.2 l/100 km)
Fuel tank11.1 gal (42 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors4
Length142.5 in (3,620 mm)
Width64.5 in (1,639 mm)
Height54.4 in (1,383 mm)
Curb weight1,962 lb (890 kg)
Gross vehicle weight2,789 lb (1,265 kg)
Cargo volume6.6 cu ft (186 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires165/60 R14
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Ford KA with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Ford KA (RBT) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.3 i (50 hp)Gasoline50 hp (37 kW)
1.3 i (60 hp)Gasoline60 hp (44 kW)

← All Ford KA (RBT) engines

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