2016 Kia Picanto
The new Kia Picanto is a small car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $14,190 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $22,590 for the Gt-line.
There are 7 variants of the Picanto available in Australia and this generation went on sale in March of 2025.
Engine options include 1.2L in-line (62kW/122Nm), 1.2L multi-point injection (62kW/122Nm) and 1.0L turbo petrol direct injection (74kW/172Nm). Available with 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2026 Picanto is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,595 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,595 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,400 mm |
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Kia Picanto
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Picanto is the S that starts from $14,190.
See all Kia Picanto PricingThe most expensive Kia Picanto is the Gt-Line that starts from $22,590.
See all Kia Picanto PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Picanto is null kg offered by the following variants: S, Si, Gt-Line, X-Line, Ao Edition, Sport and GT.
See all Kia Picanto towing capacityThe largest Kia Picanto is the X-Line which measures 1595mm wide, 3595mm in length and sits 1500mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Picanto is the GT which has 74kW of power from its 1.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Kia Picanto is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Picanto is the GT which weighs 1445 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Picanto uses Unleaded.
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