Kia's European range uses one 433MHz direct tyre pressure monitoring system across most of its passenger cars, which is why a single sensor part number can serve the Picanto, Rio, Stonic, Sportage and Niro. This OE replacement is pre-programmed, so the fitter mounts it in the valve hole, inflates to the pressure printed on the door jamb sticker, then completes one OBD relearn and drives. The body is sealed to IP67 with a potted PCB, the valve is a rubber snap-in stem with a nickel plated core, and the pressure window runs to 900kPa, which covers the higher cold figures used on Niro and EV6 wheel packages. Each batch is pressure cycled, leak tested and verified against the 433MHz European protocol on a bench reader before packing.
| Model | Year Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Picanto | 2017-2024 | JA generation, direct TPMS versions |
| Kia Rio | 2011-2023 | UB and YB generations |
| Kia Stonic | 2017-2024 | All trims with direct TPMS |
| Kia Sportage | 2010-2024 | SL, QL and NQ generations |
| Kia Niro and e-Niro | 2016-2024 | Hybrid, Plug-in and Electric |
| Kia EV6 | 2021-2024 | Electric crossover, direct TPMS versions |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating frequency | 433MHz |
| Programming | Pre-programmed for the listed Kia applications |
| Battery | CR2450 soldered cell, 5-7 years service life |
| Pressure range | 100-900kPa / 15-130psi |
| Pressure accuracy | +/- 1.5psi |
| Operating temperature | -40 to 125 Celsius degree |
| Waterproof rating | IP67 sealed housing |
| Valve stem | Rubber snap-in valve, nickel plated core |
| Weight | 42g per sensor |
Q: Does this cover the 2023 Sportage tire pressure warning?
A: On cars fitted with a direct TPMS sensor in the wheel, yes. Scan the four positions first, because a 2023 model with correct pressures and a light on is more often a sensor that stopped reporting than a system-wide fault.
Q: My e-Niro tyre pressure warning stayed on after inflating. What next?
A: Relearn first, then scan. If one position does not report at all, the cell has reached the end of its 5-7 year life. On electric models, confirm the pressures are set cold to the higher figures in the door jamb label before replacing parts.
Q: Is the same sensor used on Picanto, Rio and Stonic?
A: On the direct TPMS versions of those models, yes, they share the 433MHz valve mounted design. Always confirm the car has sensors in the wheels, as some base trims use an indirect system instead.
Q: Do I need a programming tool?
A: No bench programming. Complete the relearn with an OBD TPMS tool or the vehicle menu, then drive 5-10 minutes above 25km/h so the receiver registers the new IDs.
Q: What are the MOQ and lead time?
A: MOQ is 50 pieces, stock ships in 5-7 working days, and bulk production with OEM laser marking takes 20-25 days.
Kia owners search by model and symptom, not by frequency, and the answer is normally one sensor in one wheel. A pre-programmed 433MHz OE sensor answers the Picanto, Rio, Stonic, Sportage, Niro and EV6 request from a single line item, with one relearn and no programming tool. Send us your model and year mix and we will confirm stock and a shipping date the same working day.