Petrol · 2018–now
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All about the Kia ProCeedAll about the 1.0 / 1.4 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Kappa turbo) engine
The 1.0 / 1.4 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Kappa turbo) engine was fitted to the Kia ProCeed (2018–now). In the EU that is 16.4 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.4 140 hp, 1.0 120 hp.
The most expensive known risk is timing chain tensioner / chain stretch: rattle on cold start: it usually appears at 40,000–150,000 km and costs €500–1,500 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Rattle for a few seconds after a cold start, later camshaft timing fault codes
Fix: Check chain stretch and the tensioner revision; replace chain, tensioner and guides with the updated parts before the chain can skip
Signs: Coolant level drops, traces of coolant near the water pump, temperature rising in traffic or summer
Fix: Pressure-test the cooling system; replace the water pump or leaking seals, check thermostats and the radiator; do not keep driving if it overheats
Signs: Rough idle, hesitation, misfire when cold, slight loss of power
Fix: Inspect the valves with a scope and clean them (walnut blasting); sprays give little result
Signs: Misfire, shaking at idle, flashing engine light, hard starting
Fix: Replace all plugs with the specified type and gap, check the coil on the misfiring cylinder, do not stretch the plug interval
Signs: Loss of power, uneven running, misfire codes, engine light
Fix: Check injector balance and fuel trims; clean or replace the faulty injector with new seals
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Shudder or jerks pulling away in 1st / 2nd and in reverse, harsh 1-2 / 2-3 shifts, 'transmission overheating' message in stop-and-go traffic or on hills
Fix: Have the dealer update the gearbox software, reset the clutch adaptation and measure clutch wear; replace the double clutch if worn
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,200–4,950. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Kia ProCeed with the 1.0 / 1.4 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Kappa turbo) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 Petrol1,353 cm³ · 103 kW (140 hp) | 12.3 % | 2019–2021 | 144 g/km | — |
| 1.0 Petrol998 cm³ · 88 kW (120 hp) | 4.1 % | 2019–2025 | 133 g/km | 5.7 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
The faults with the highest risk: timing chain tensioner / chain stretch: rattle on cold start (40,000–150,000 km, €500–1,500); injector fouling or early injector wear (60,000–150,000 km, €200–900); coolant leaks (water pump area) and overheating (40,000–160,000 km, €150–700); carbon build-up on intake valves (direct injection) (60,000–150,000 km, €300–700).
Chain.
5W-30 / 0W-20 · ACEA C2 / C5 (API SN) · every 15,000 km.
1.6 T-GDi (Hyundai-Kia Gamma turbo)1.1 / 1.4 / 1.6 / 1.7 CRDi (Hyundai-Kia U2)1.6 CRDi (Hyundai-Kia U3 / Smartstream, 2018+)
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026