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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto details
Price $17,400–$21,290
ANCAP Safety Rating 4
Fuel Efficiency 5.0–5.8 L/100km
Drivetrain FWD
Body Type Micro
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Reviews

2024 Kia Picanto review: GT-Line manual

Kia has dropped our favourite Picanto variant for this update but how does the remaining range of tiny cars – with now slightly less tiny prices – still stack up?

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2023 Kia Picanto GT review: A budget hot hatch?

Is the Kia Picanto GT the last truly affordable fun car?

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Tyre test 2023: Nexen N Blue HD Plus

The Nexen N Blue HD Plus is a safe, good-value tyre for 'A to B' driving.

2021 Kia Picanto GT review
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2021 Kia Picanto GT review

Kia’s plucky Picanto micro hatch brings a bit of turbo triple-cylinder goodness to a lacklustre segment of dreary econoboxes

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2020 Kia Picanto review

The new-generation Picanto is an eye-catching city car with a comfortable ride and great steering. The tiniest Kia does a lot with your phone, and has auto emergency braking.

Small Hatch Comparison
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Kia Picanto GT vs Suzuki Swift GL Navigator vs Renault Clio Life Comparison

How much fun does $17K afford? We trial a trio of terrific, pint-sized tearabouts that will crank plenty of smiles without breaking the bank

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2019 Kia Picanto GT quick review

Kia Australia has given Australia the budget-friendly performance hatch that some have been waiting patiently for

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Kia Picanto X-Line Australian Open Edition quick review

Crossover styling and plenty of equipment add even more appeal to Kia’s smallest hatchback

2019 Kia Picanto GT performance review
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2019 Kia Picanto GT performance review

Kia’s turbo three-pot Picanto GT is fun, but no future classic hot hatch

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2018 Kia Picanto GT-Line quick review

We put Kia’s new flagship Picanto to the test

2017 Kia Picanto S
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2017 Kia Picanto S long-term review

Kia's Picanto S, the South-Korean manufacturer's cheapest offering, is quickly adding some much need zest to Cam's now longer commute to work

Holden Spark v Suzuki Ignis v Kia Picanto - Minority Retort
Comparisons

Holden Spark v Suzuki Ignis v Kia Picanto - Minority Retort

Two fresh players take on the reigning champ to see which tops our now-annual micro class match up

Baby Boomers – Kia Picanto v Suzuki Ignis v Holden Spark comparison review
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Baby Boomers – Kia Picanto v Suzuki Ignis v Holden Spark comparison review

We round up the big players in the microcar class to see which city scoot can best punch above its weight

2017 Kia Picanto vs Suzuki Ignis vs Holden Spark comparison review
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2017 Kia Picanto vs Suzuki Ignis vs Holden Spark comparison review

We take an in-depth look at a somewhat unloved corner of the new-car market – the micro car class – to find the best mix of value and enjoyment.

2017 Kia Picanto
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2017 Kia Picanto - 6 things you didn’t know

Here’s a bunch of intriguing facts about Kia’s newest – and smallest – hatchback

2016 Kia Picanto Si
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2016 Kia Picanto Review

Four-wheel disc brakes, five doors and a standard auto gearbox help the tiny Kia Picanto stand out as a city car. This review covers Picantos on sale prior to May 2017.

2017 Kia Picanto review
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2017 Kia Picanto S review

Kia adds more features, style and space to the next generation of its laneway-friendly hatchback.

2017 Kia Picanto quick review
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2017 Kia Picanto quick review

Kia polishes the Picanto for its third generation, and in doing so proves that even bargain-hunters don’t need to compromise on features.

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Holden Spark vs Kia Picanto vs Suzuki Celerio: Which micro hatch should I buy?

The smallest cars in Australia is one of the biggest markets. We give you the lowdown on these micro hatches.

2016 Kia Picanto Si review
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2016 Kia Picanto Si review

New Picanto is stylish, fun, good value and a hoot to drive. If only there was a manual!

Kia Picanto
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2016 Kia Picanto review

Due here in March, the five-door Picanto hatch will woo young buyers with style and value - as Kia boldly goes where Volkswagen, Fiat and Ford have failed