Kia Picanto current_year, a city car manufactured by KIA, was first launched in 2004 and is sold under different names throughout Asia. The first-generation Picanto was a five-door hatchback with two petrol engine options and automatic transmission. It was loaded with entertainment features and received two facelifts in 2007 and 2010, mainly focused on exterior and interior upgrades, including the signature 'tiger-nose grille.'
In 2011, the second-generation Picanto was launched with a larger wheelbase and overall design. In Pakistan, Kia Lucky Motors assembles the second-generation Picanto, which comes with a 1.0-liter petrol engine. It was introduced in Pakistan in 2019 and is available in two variants: Manual and Automatic.
Kia Picanto Exterior
- Kia Picanto current_year has a compact design with a signature tiger-nose grille in black mesh and chrome outline
- The front end features multi-focus reflector headlamps with daytime running lights
- The rear has rear combination lamps and a wiper on the rear screen
- It comes with a purposeful spoiler at the rear end and the rear screen has a defogger
- The car has electrically adjustable and heated side mirrors
Kia Picanto Interior
- The Kia Picanto current_year has comfortable interior space for five passengers
- The car has motor driven power steering with electronic power steering and is two-spoked
- The steering is tilt-adjustable and has tripmeter steering control
- The instrument cluster displays tachometer, trip computer & manual transmission shift indicator
- The rear seats have headrests, seatbelts for all three passengers, and ISOFIX availability
- Standard features include MP3 integrated with radio, AUX, USB, digital clock, Bluetooth audio, and call function
- Both variants have 4 speakers for a satisfactory audio experience, while a 9-inch LCD player is available as an option
- Other standard features include cupholders, assist grips, 12 volts interior accessory socket, ashtray, and sunglasses holder
- Lamps are available in the overhead console, gear clutch foot, glovebox, luggage area, and in the front passenger foot area
- A luggage box is also available under the front passenger’s seat, and the rear seats can split 60/40 to provide more storage space
- The Picanto supports folding-type keyless entry and has an immobilizer for security
- It has the features of central door locking and burglar alarm & security system
- The front seats have airbags, and the car has a manual air conditioning heating system
- The car is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to make driving easier.
Kia Picanto Engine
Model:
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Kia Picanto current_year
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Engine:
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998cc MPI Inline 3-Cylinder Gasoline
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Power:
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69/6,200 hp/rpm
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Torque:
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9.6/3,500 Nm/rpm
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Emissions Standard:
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Euro 2 Compliant
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Kia Picanto Mileage
Model:
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Kia Picanto current_year
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Fuel Efficiency:
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12-15 km/l
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Picanto Ride & Handling
- The new Kia Picanto current_year offers easy handling and good visibility, with no visibility blindspots which make driving easier.
- The car's pick is slightly sluggish, which is normal for a 998cc engine.
- The suspension is outstanding and absorbs all kinds of shocks while driving through the city.
- The handling of the car is easy and remains stable during turns even at high speeds.
Picanto Maintenance
The maintenance of Picanto is not that difficult as it is locally assembled in Pakistan although its auto parts are expensive.
Kia Picanto Specifications
Engine:
998cc MPI inline 3-cylinder gasoline engine
Power - 69/6,200 hp/rpm Torque - 9.6/3,500 Nm/rpm
Transmission:
5-Speed Manual Transmission / 4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Picanto Competitors
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Kia Picanto 2023
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Suzuki Cultus
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Suzuki Wagon-R
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Price
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Higher
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Lower
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Lower
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Fuel Efficiency
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12-15 km/l
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18-21 km/l
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15-20 km/l
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Interior Space
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Smaller
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Bigger
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Bigger
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Modern Features
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Yes
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Limited
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Limited
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Comfort
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More
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Less
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More
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Safety Features
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Yes
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Limited
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Limited
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Brand Reputation
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Newer
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Established
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Established
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Overall Comparison
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Competitor
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Strong
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Affordable
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