In this article:
Who is the Kia Picanto a good car for?
What is the Kia Picanto like to drive?
Tech features in the Kia Picanto
Similar cars to the Kia Picanto
Is the Kia Picanto a good car?
The Kia Picanto is built in India to the highest global standards in a state of the art manufacturing facility with the best materials.
Who is the Kia Picanto a good car for?
The Kia Picanto is a good car for those seeking a compact transport solution. It is small, easily manoeuvrable and light on fuel.
Is the Kia Picanto a good first car?
The Picanto's compact size , frugal fuel consumption and high build quality make it an ideal first automobile.
Is the Kia Picanto a good family car?
Due to its small size the Picanto is not ideal for large families but a young family with small children will do well with this entry level model.
Is there a Hybrid Kia Picanto?
In short? No. There may be plans in the future but as of 2021 there is not a hybrid model available.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewers opinion
"On the inside, you’re greeted with a fashionable and upmarket interior and dual-toned seats covered in durable faux leather. Kia’s interior designers are a sensible bunch, and ensured that binnacles and recesses for items such as house keys and garage door remotes are plentiful.."
- Ané Albertse, AutoTrader
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What does it look like?
Exterior
Interior
What is the Kia Picanto like inside?
The interior of the Picanto features excellent build quality with high end plastics. On models with leather trim it is all very plush. Fittings are modest but all the essentials are there technology wise with touchscreen infotainment, steering wheel controls and plenty of room for activities front and rear.
Style
The Kia Picanto has very modern design language that brings it in line with the rest of Kia's offerings. the main design feature being the famous tiger nose grille and signature lighting.
Tech features
- 8 Inch colour touch screen audio
- AUX and USB ports
- Audio remote controls
- MDPS with tilt steering wheel
- Apple Car Play/ Android Auto
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest Kia Picanto?
The cheapest Kia Picanto is the entry level Start trim - prices usually start from R 187 997
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How much does it cost?
| Kia Picanto 1.0 Start | R 187 997 |
| Kia Picanto 1.0 Start AT | R 201 995 |
| Kia Picanto 1.0 Street | R 201 995 |
| Kia Picanto 1.0 Street AT | R 215 995 |
| Kia Picanto 1.0 Style | R 211 996 |
| Kia Picanto 1.0 Style AT | R 225 995 |
| Kia Picanto 1.2 Street | R 210 995 |
| Kia Picanto 1.2 Street AT | R 224 995 |
| Kia Picanto 1.2 Style | R 220 995 |
| Kia Picanto 1.2 Style AT | R 234 995 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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