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2025 Kia Picanto price and specs
After a substantial refresh for 2024, the Kia Picanto is largely unchanged for 2025 apart from some minor price increases.
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Overview
Variant
Lounge
Variant
Sport
Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
1.2 L
Engine size
1.2 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
4.8 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.4 / 100 km
Power and torque
51kW / 102Nm
Power and torque
62kW / 122Nm
729km
648km
Warranty
3 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
3
Doors
5
Seats
4
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
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Specifications
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 95
CO2 Level (Combined): 111
CO2 Level (Urban): 138
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 107
CO2 Level (Combined): 125
CO2 Level (Urban): 157
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 70.8
Engine (cc): 1242
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 169a4000
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 78.9
Engine
Engine (cc): 1248
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: G4la
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.2
Main Capacity (L): 35
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 7.7
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.2
Main Capacity (L): 35
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 7.7
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 3.50
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 729
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 453
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 20.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 59
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 49
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 24.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 69
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 57
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 47
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 39
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 648
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 403
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 18.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 52
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 21.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 61
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 51
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 35
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 12.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 160
Maximum Speed (mph): 99
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 13.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 163
Maximum Speed (mph): 101
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 69
Maximum Power (kW): 51
Maximum Torque (Nm): 102
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 84
Maximum Power (kW): 62
Maximum Torque (Nm): 122
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.8
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.4
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: C514
Description: Automated Manual Sequential Trans (Amt)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Alloy & Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 82
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 82
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 86
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 86
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 14
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 14
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: B2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: H
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
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Spoiler
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 19.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 550
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 6.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 185
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 35.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1010
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 255
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9300
Front Track (in): 55.7
Front Track (mm): 1414
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 123
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 30.5
Overall Height (in): 58.6
Overall Height (mm): 1488
Overall Length (in): 140.6
Overall Length (mm): 3571
Overall Width (in): 64.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 74.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1893
Overall Width (mm): 1627
Rear Track (in): 55.4
Rear Track (mm): 1408
Wheelbase (in): 90.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2300
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9400
Front Track (in): 55.4
Front Track (mm): 1406
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 141
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 30.8
Overall Height (in): 58.5
Overall Height (mm): 1485
Overall Length (in): 141.5
Overall Length (mm): 3595
Overall Width (in): 62.8
Overall Width (mm): 1595
Rear Track (in): 55.7
Rear Track (mm): 1414
Wheelbase (in): 94.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2400
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.8
Front Headroom (mm): 985
Rear Headroom (in): 35.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 904
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1005
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 960
Front Hip Room (in): 49.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1245
Rear Hip Room (in): 48.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1230
Front Leg Room (in): 42.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1085
Rear Leg Room (in): 32.3
Rear Leg Room (mm): 820
Front Shoulder Room (in): 51.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1300
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 50.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1280
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
LED Lights
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Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1764
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 882
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1360
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 2998
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 954
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2103
Tare Weight (kg): 920
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1410
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3109
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1012
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2231
Tare Weight (kg): 976
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Painted Body Colour
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
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Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
—
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Manufacturer Code: Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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