Mini Rio LE 1993 specifications

Engine
4 cylinder in-line, 8 overhead valves
3 way catalyst
Displacement: 1,275cc
Bore & Stroke: 70.60mm x 81.33mm
Compression ratio: 10.5 to 1
Carburation: single SU HIF38
Power output: 50bhp at 5,000rpm
Max Torque 68 lb/ft at 2,600rpm

Performance
Maximum speed: 87mph
0-60 mph: 13.4secs
Fuel consumption: 38mpg

Transmission
Front wheel drive
4-speed manual,
Final drive ratio: 3.11

Brakes
Hydraulic, servo assisted
Front: disc, Rear: drum

Steering
Rack & pinion
Lock to lock 2.7 turns

Suspension
Front & back: rubber cone,
hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers

Wheels
4 stud, 12in alloys 145/70 R12 or 165/60 R12 low profile radials

Construction
Pressed steel monocoque

Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 80.1in
Track front: 48.2in
Track rear: 46.2in
Overall length: 120.25in
Overall width: 55.5in
Overall height: 53.25in
Ground clearance: 6in
Turning circle: 28.23ft
Kerb weight: 1,375 lbs
Fuel tank: 7.5gals

Mini Rio Production
1993, 750 built, Rover Cars, Canley, Coventry Engand
Price new: £5,495
Total production
(1959 - 2000) of all
Mini variants: 5,387,862